Grilled Shrimp

Grilled Shrimp
Grilled Shrimp might be just the main course you are searching for. One serving contains 292 calories, 29g of protein, and 16g of fat. This recipe covers 17% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe serves 4. It is It will be a hit at your The Fourth Of July event. If you have lime juice, garlic powder, olive oil, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. To use up the tequila you could follow this main course with the Tequila-Lime Sugar Cookies as a dessert.

Instructions

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Whisk olive oil, lime juice, tequila, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, seasoned salt, and black pepper in a bowl; pour into a resealable plastic bag.
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Add shrimp, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 4 hours.
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Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Soak wooden skewers in a bowl of water for 30 minutes.
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Remove shrimp from the marinade, and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Thread shrimp on skewers, piercing once near the tail and once near the head.
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Arrange skewers on preheated grill; cook shrimp until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, 6 to 8 minutes.
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Recommended wine: Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc

Shrimp can be paired with Pinot Grigio, Riesling, and Sauvignon Blanc. These crisp white wines work well with shrimp prepared in a variety of ways, whether grilled, fried, or in garlic sauce. One wine you could try is GIFFT by Kathie Lee Gifford Pinot Grigio. It has 4.8 out of 5 stars and a bottle costs about 15 dollars.
GIFFT by Kathie Lee Gifford Pinot Grigio
GIFFT by Kathie Lee Gifford Pinot Grigio
GIFFT Pinot Grigio bursts with lively pear and tropical fruits, balanced by crisp acidity and an elegantly refined freshness. Featuring ripe stone fruit and citrus aromas, this wine showcases melon, nectarine and Meyer lemon flavors that finish light and refreshing.
DifficultyExpert
Ready In1 h, 30 m.
Servings4
Health Score1
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