Grilled Tequila-Lime Shrimp

Shrimp seasoned with a zesty lime-tequila marinade flavored with garlic, cumin, and ground black pepper are grilled on skewers for a tasty appetizer.

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2 tablespoons lime juice

2 tablespoons tequila

1/4 cup olive oil

1 pinch garlic salt

1 pinch ground cumin

ground black pepper to taste

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

6 (10 inch) wooden skewers

1 large lime, quartered

Whisk together the lime juice, tequila, olive oil, garlic salt, cumin, and black pepper in a bowl until well blended. Pour into a large resealable plastic bag; add the shrimp, seal bag and turn to coat evenly. Refrigerate 1 to 4 hours before grilling.

Soak skewers at least 30 minutes in water to prevent burning.

Preheat outdoor grill for medium-high heat. Lightly oil grill grate, and place about 4 inches from heat source.

Drain and discard marinade from shrimp. Thread shrimp onto prepared skewers, 5 to 6 per skewer.

Cook, uncovered, on preheated grill until shrimp turn pink, turning once, for 5 to 7 minutes. Serve with lime wedges for garnish.

Grilled Tequila-Lime Shrimp

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