Tequila Lime Shrimp Appetizer

Tequila lime shrimp is one of those appetizers that always disappears fast. It’s tangy, a little smoky, and has just enough heat to keep things interesting. Whether you’re throwing a backyard get-together or making snacks for a game day crowd, this shrimp appetizer brings big flavor in a small bite.

This is one of those appetizers that brings real energy to the table. The tequila adds a slight kick, the lime keeps it fresh, and the whole thing cooks in under 10 minutes. It’s a simple way to impress without overcomplicating things.

Helpful Tips

• There is no need to marinate the shrimp, but you can. The lime juice will start to cook the shrimp after 15 minutes, so don’t let it sit too long.
• Use large shrimp so they hold up well when skewered or plated.
• Add a quick garnish of chopped cilantro and lime wedges to dress them up for serving.

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Tequila Lime Shrimp Appetizer

These tequila lime shrimp appetizers are bold, zesty, and made for sharing.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 minutes mins

Total Time 21 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

Calories 94 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 pound jumbo shrimp
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon lime zest
• 1 tablespoon blanco tequila
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt AND pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
• Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

 

• Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel. Add it to a with the lime juice, lime zest, tequila, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Stir to coat the shrimp.
• Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes on each side, until shrimp is lightly charred. Set cooked shrimp aside and repeat with remaining shrimp.
• Turn heat off. Add all shrimp back to hot skillet and stir. Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Calories: 94kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 16gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 143mgSodium: 934mgPotassium: 157mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 458IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 67mgIron: 1mg

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