Margarita Grilled Shrimp, Fresh Summer Flavors

Margarita Grilled Shrimp CHILESANDSMOKE.COM Fresh Summer Flavors

Inspired by my favorite summery drink, these Margarita Grilled Shrimp bring the heat with jalapenos, lime, and wood-fired flavors. Don’t worry, there’s tequila. I won’t leave you disappointed. CHILESANDSMOKE.COM

I'm using Argentinian Red Shrimp. They are incredibly sweet, firm when cooked, almost like little lobsters. They can also take the punishment from marinades and flavors. This would work with any type of shelled shrimp! CHILESANDSMOKE.COM

I generally recommend about 45 minutes on average for this marinade , pulling the shrimp out of the fridge 15 minutes before you’re ready to heat up the grill. CHILESANDSMOKE.COM

Shrimp Marinade: – 3 tbsp olive oil – 3 tbsp cilantro, chopped fine – 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced – 2 tbsp lime juice – 2 tsp tequila (blanco or reposado) – 1 tbsp kosher salt – 1 tsp white sugar – 1/2 tsp chipotle powder CHILESANDSMOKE.COM

I’m a huge fan of skewers for grilling shrimp, even when set right on the grates. Use either metal or wood, but my recommendation will be to use flat skewers . CHILESANDSMOKE.COM

Live fire cooking is going to give you the most authentic, unique flavor for grilled shrimp. Light up some lump charcoal, briquettes, or grilling logs, and get a nice concentrated heat source. CHILESANDSMOKE.COM

Get more in-depth tips and the full recipe for these Margarita Grilled Shrimp Skewers by checking out the full tutorial below. CHILESANDSMOKE.COM