Garlic Shrimp on the Grill with Lime Aioli

By ntimd8n

Ingredients

• 24 large shrimp, shelled and deveined
• GARLIC LIME MARINADE
• 1 c olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1 T dried oregano
• 1 oz tequila
• 1 jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped
• 1/2 T salt
• LIME AIOLI
• 1 egg
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1 t lime zest
• 1/4 t cayenne
• 1 c olive oil
• Salt to taste

Preparation

Step 1

1. Make the marinade. In a bowl whisk together all ingredients and marinade shrimp for 1 hr, turning frequently.

2. Make the aioli. Place egg, garlic, lime zest, lime juice, and cayenne in food processor. Pulse briefly. Gradually add oil in a thin stream, with the processor running, until aioli is emulsified. Add salt and more cayenne to taste. Keep refrigerated until use.

3. Grill shrimp 2-3 mins per side over high heat.

4. Serve shrimp with aioli.