Tequila Marinated Shrimp

Ingredients

  • 1/4 c. olive oil
  • 3 Tbls. onion, finely chopped
  • 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 lbs. fresh shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 1/4 c. tequila
  • 1/4 c. fresh lime juice
  • 1/8 t. kosher salt
  • 2 Tbls. fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

Cook onion and garlic in olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until tender (about 3 minutes). Watch so garlic doesn’t burn.

Add shrimp and tequila, bring to boiling. Boil gently, uncovered 3-5 minutes, or until shrimp turn pink, stirring occasionally. Transfer shrimp to a bowl. Add lime juice, salt and cilantro. Toss to mix.

Cover and refrigerate 12-24 hours, stirring occasionally. Drain before serving.

NOTE: Serves 10-12. Cut recipe in half if you only want to make 1 lb. of shrimp.