Tequila-Lime Shrimp With Cilantro Rice Recipe

Name: Tequila-Lime Shrimp With Cilantro Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup instant brown rice; 2 tablespoons tequila; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon bottled chipotle sauce (such as Tabasco); 2 garlic cloves, minced; 24 large shrimp, peeled and deveined, with tails on (about 1 1/4 pounds); 8 (6-inch) bamboo skewers, soaked in cold water for at least 10 minutes; Vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 6 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro, divided; 4 lime wedges

Servings: persons

3/4 cup instant brown rice
2 tablespoons tequila
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon bottled chipotle sauce (such as Tabasco)
2 garlic cloves, minced
24 large shrimp, peeled and deveined, with tails on (about 1 1/4 pounds)
8 (6-inch) bamboo skewers, soaked in cold water for at least 10 minutes
Vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro, divided
4 lime wedges

1
Prepare rice according to package directions.
2
Prepare grill.
3
Combine tequila and next 4 ingredients (through garlic) in a medium bowl. Add shrimp; toss well to coat, and let stand 10 minutes. Thread 3 shrimp onto each skewer, reserving remaining marinade.
4
Coat grill with vegetable oil; place skewers on grill. Cover and cook on medium-high heat 4 minutes. Brush with remaining marinade. Turn skewers; brush again. Cover and grill 3-4 more minutes or till shrimp are opaque.
5
Meanwhile, transfer the rice to a medium bowl; stir in salt and 4 tablespoons cilantro. Spoon 3/4 cup rice onto each of 4 serving plates; top each with 2 skewers and remaining cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

852

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

151

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup instant brown rice, 2 tablespoons tequila, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, 2 teaspoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Tequila-Lime Shrimp With Cilantro Rice falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Tequila-Lime Shrimp With Cilantro Rice

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