Tequila Lime Shrimp Flavor (Printer-Friendly)
Shrimp cooked with tequila, lime, cilantro, and spices for vibrant flavor, ready in just 10 tasty minutes.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Seafood
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450 g jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Liquids
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30 ml tequila or mezcal
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15 ml olive oil
→ Spices and Seasonings
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2.5 ml kosher salt
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1.25 ml ground black pepper
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5 ml paprika
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5 ml ground cumin
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2.5 ml brown sugar
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1.25 ml chili powder
→ Aromatics
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2 large garlic cloves, minced
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1 jalapeño, seeds removed and finely diced
→ Fresh Ingredients
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1 lime, juice and zest separated
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15 g fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
# Steps to Prepare:
01 -
Combine the shrimp with salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, chili powder, and brown sugar. Toss until coated evenly.
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Heat olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until aromatic.
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Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the skillet. Sear for 3 to 4 minutes on the first side, then flip each piece.
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Immediately after flipping, add the lime juice, tequila, and diced jalapeño. Continue cooking for 2 minutes, or until shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
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Remove skillet from heat. Sprinkle with lime zest and fresh cilantro before serving.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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Cook shrimp in a heavy-bottomed or cast iron skillet for optimal searing and char.
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Look for pink, opaque shrimp with charred edges to confirm they are cooked perfectly.
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For extra heat, include some jalapeño seeds during cooking.