Tequila-Lime Grilled Shrimp Skewers

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Succulent shrimp marinated in a zesty tequila-lime sauce and grilled to perfection for a smoky, bright seafood treat. This Mexican-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tequila, fresh lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup tequila, 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp honey, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until well combined.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the marinade, tossing gently to coat all shrimp. Cover and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes to infuse flavors.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread shrimp onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, distributing evenly.
  4. Step 4: Place shrimp skewers on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque with slight char marks.
  5. Step 5: Remove from grill and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro before serving immediately.

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