If you're wondering what to have for dinner tonight, try this easy tequila lime shrimp recipe. A little garlic, honey, lime and a splash of tequila is about all you'll need to make this tasty dish the whole family will love! Serve them taco-style with fresh corn tortillas or alongside rice and a green salad. Time saver tip: get the shrimp already peeled so you're good to go!
Tequila Lime Shrimp
Submitted to Foodista by Humble Recipes
18 Jumbo Shrimp
1/2 cup Tequila
Juice from 1 Lime
1 tablespoon Honey
1 Clove Garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons Fresh Chopped Cilantro
1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1/2 teaspoon Fresh Ground Black Pepper
Peel and devein the shrimp (if necessary).
Combine the tequila, lime juice, honey, garlic, salt, pepper, and cilantro in a large mixing bowl.
Whisk well to combine.
Add cleaned shrimp to the bowl.
Let shrimp marinate for 15 minutes.
Remove shrimp from marinade and set aside.
Transfer marinade to sauce pot and place over medium-high heat.
Bring marinade to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer till it reduces by half.
Grill shrimp over direct-high heat for 2 minutes per side.
Drizzle reduced marinade over shrimp before serving.
