Tequila Shrimp Recipe Recipe

Name: Tequila Shrimp Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium white onion, minced; 4 medium garlic cloves, minced; Kosher salt; 40 medium uncooked shrimp (about 1 1/2 pounds), peeled, deveined, and halved lengthwise; 1/2 cup tequila; 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice, plus extra limes for serving; Freshly ground black pepper; Pico de Gallo, for serving (optional); Guacamole, for serving (optional)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium white onion, minced
4 medium garlic cloves, minced
Kosher salt
40 medium uncooked shrimp (about 1 1/2 pounds), peeled, deveined, and halved lengthwise
1/2 cup tequila
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice, plus extra limes for serving
Freshly ground black pepper
Pico de Gallo, for serving (optional)
Guacamole, for serving (optional)

1
Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
2
When it shimmers, add the onion and garlic, season with salt, and cook until translucent, about 8 to 10 minutes.
3
Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 3 minutes.
4
Remove the pan from heat, add the tequila, and scrape the bottom of the pan to incorporate any browned bits.
5
Return the pan to heat.
6
(If you want, carefully tilt the pan to ignite the tequila.)
7
Simmer until the alcohol smell has cooked off and the shrimp are fully cooked, about 3 minutes.
8
Remove from heat, stir in the lime juice, and season with salt and pepper.
9
Taste, adjust the seasoning as necessary, and serve with extra lime wedges, pico de gallo, and guacamole as desired.

990

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

197

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 medium white onion, minced, 4 medium garlic cloves, minced, Kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Tequila Shrimp Recipe 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 Shrimp Recipe

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