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Tequila Shrimp and Citrus

Coastal Living
Tequila Shrimp and Citrus
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Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2  pounds  unpeeled, large fresh shrimp
  • 1/4  cup  tequila
  • 2  tablespoons  frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
  • 2  tablespoons  fresh lime juice
  • 2  garlic cloves, minced
  • 1  jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1/2  teaspoon  salt
  • 2  tablespoons  chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1  red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1  orange, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
  • 1  lime, cut into 1/2-inch wedges

Preparation

Peel shrimp, leaving tails intact, and devein, if desired.

Stir together tequila and next 6 ingredients in a large bowl. Add shrimp; cover and chill 30 minutes.

Alternately thread shrimp, bell pepper, and orange and lime wedges on 8 (10- to 12-inch) skewers.

Grill, covered with lid, over medium-high heat (350° to 400°) 5 to 6 minutes on each side or until done.

Coastal Living, SEPTEMBER 2002

Member Ratings and Reviews

5 stars
texascook
I was not that crazy about this recipe. The flavor was OK, but the shrimp were very dry. The marinade would be better with the addition of some oil, plus they wouldn't stick to the grill!04/24/09

5 stars
sscott7452
I made this for a cookout for about 20 folks and it was a hit! This is fast, easy and very summery - before I got them off the grill, they were gone! Very flavorful and a great appetizer. I love this recipe and I will be making it again.06/17/06