Margarita Grilled Shrimp

By CandyH

This recipe works well with chicken also.

Ingredients

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons tequila
• 3 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro
• 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 20 minutes

Preparation

Step 1

1.Combine the shrimp, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, tequila, cilantro, red pepper, and salt in a bowl; toss to combine; refrigerate 30 minutes.

2.Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate. Drain the marinade from the shrimp and discard; thread the shrimp on the skewers.

3.Cook on preheated grill until the shrimp turn pink, 2 to 3 minutes per side.