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    Home » Seafood » Grilled Margarita Shrimp Skewers

    Grilled Margarita Shrimp Skewers

    Published: Jul 24, 2019 · Modified: Feb 5, 2023 by Sula · This post may contain affiliate links · 32 Comments

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    Celebrate National Tequila Day

    July 24 is National Tequila Day. I’m sure everyone is looking for creative ways to celebrate. A margarita is an obvious choice, especially delicious in slushee form on a hot summer day. But don’t stop there! Since you already have tequila on hand, make some grilled margarita shrimp. Yes, there is such a thing and it’s delish! Also very simple.

    How to make these Shrimp Skewers

    raw shrimp marinating in a bowl

    To start, marinate the shrimp in a mix of tequila and lime juice (sounds like a margarita to me!) as well as some Mexican-y spices.

    This step needs at least 30 minutes but can be left up to 3 hours. Very convenient when you feel like having a drink there are other dishes to prepare.

    shrimp skewers cooking on grill grates

    To cook, the shrimp are threaded onto skewers and placed on a hot grill.

    Shrimp cooks very quickly, so grill only 2-3 minutes per side to produce delicious, perfectly cooked crustaceans on a stick.

    cooked shrimp skewers on a rectangular platter

    These grilled margarita shrimp can be served with rice or a salad to make a light and satisfying meal.

    close up of shrimp skewers on a rectangular platter
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    Grilled Margarita Shrimp

    Very quick and easy shrimp skewers to make a delicious meal!
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time5 mins
    Marinate time30 mins
    Total Time50 mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 228kcal
    Author: Sula

    Equipment

    • 8 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 20 minutes

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
    • 3 TB olive oil
    • 2 TB chopped fresh cilantro
    • 2 TB tequila
    • 2 TB lime juice
    • 2 garlic cloves minced
    • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • ¼ teaspoon salt

    Instructions

    • Mix all ingredients together in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate to marinade for 30 minutes.
    • Soak bamboo skewers in water while shrimp is marinating.
    • Preheat grill to high heat and lightly oil the grates.
    • Thread the shrimp onto the skewers. Discard marinade.
    • Cook on the preheated grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until shrimp turn pink.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 228kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 286mg | Sodium: 1027mg | Potassium: 91mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 45IU | Vitamin C: 7.3mg | Calcium: 167mg | Iron: 2.5mg

    Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

    pin for grilled margarita shrimp skewers

    Try this grilled margarita shrimp for your next cookout!

    If you love shrimp, you should also try Chili Lime Shrimp or Lime Shrimp and Avocado Salad .

    If you love grilling food on skewers, you should give these Sweet and Sour Pork Kabobs a try!

    Did you know? According to cocktail historian David Wondrich, the margarita is merely a popular Mexican and American drink, the Daisy (margarita is Spanish for "daisy"), remade with tequila instead of brandy. It became popular during Prohibition as people drifted over the border for alcohol. There is an account from 1936 of Iowa newspaper editor James Graham finding such a cocktail in Tijuana, years before any of the other margarita "creation myths". (source: Wikipedia)

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    Comments

    1. Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady

      July 10, 2021 at 8:19 am

      5 stars
      Margarita shrimp skewers? Yes please! I am totally going to make these at the cottage next weekend! It'll be a nice change to burgers and hot dogs!

      Reply
      • Sula

        July 10, 2021 at 1:38 pm

        Oh yes its a definite step up!

        Reply
    2. Giangi Townsend

      July 07, 2021 at 9:26 am

      5 stars
      Devine! You got me at Margarita! Love this quick and easy recipe any time of the year. Thank you for sharing,

      Reply
      • Sula

        July 07, 2021 at 4:24 pm

        You're so welcome, I hope you enjoy them soon!

        Reply
    3. Audrey

      July 07, 2021 at 8:37 am

      5 stars
      These were super easy and perfect for summer

      Reply
      • Sula

        July 07, 2021 at 4:24 pm

        I'm so glad you liked them Audrey!

        Reply
    4. Leslie

      May 19, 2020 at 1:10 pm

      5 stars
      You had me at margarita! This looks like the perfect, summer recipe for any seafood lover!

      Reply
      • Sula

        May 19, 2020 at 1:38 pm

        LOL yes, its like that for me too. 🙂

        Reply
    5. Lathiya

      May 19, 2020 at 11:56 am

      5 stars
      Perfect for this grilling season.

      Reply
      • Sula

        May 19, 2020 at 1:37 pm

        Yes, and probably one of the healthier choices for grilling!

        Reply
    6. Chef Dennis

      May 19, 2020 at 5:38 am

      5 stars
      Yum! This Grilled Margarita Shrimp is making me crave! I really love seafoods.

      Reply
      • Sula

        May 19, 2020 at 1:37 pm

        Me too!

        Reply
    7. Amy

      May 18, 2020 at 6:03 pm

      5 stars
      You had me at Tequila! This was super yum! Family loved it.

      Reply
      • Sula

        May 18, 2020 at 8:58 pm

        So glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    8. Christie

      May 18, 2020 at 5:11 pm

      5 stars
      These look fantastic! Can't wait to try!!

      Reply
      • Sula

        May 18, 2020 at 8:57 pm

        You will love!

        Reply
    9. Debra

      May 18, 2020 at 3:35 pm

      5 stars
      Margarita Day? I'm in!!!! What a perfect dish to celebrate too.

      Reply
      • Sula

        May 18, 2020 at 3:37 pm

        Enjoy 🙂

        Reply
    10. Sabine

      May 18, 2020 at 12:17 pm

      5 stars
      I always love a good tequila and lime and adding this combination to a grilled shrimp skewer is a real delight.

      Reply
      • Sula

        May 18, 2020 at 2:06 pm

        For sure!

        Reply
    11. Emily

      May 18, 2020 at 10:45 am

      5 stars
      We always get fresh shrimp every year and I need new recipes. I can't wait to make these!!

      Reply
      • Sula

        May 18, 2020 at 2:06 pm

        You won't be sorry!

        Reply
    12. Andréa Janssen

      May 18, 2020 at 10:30 am

      5 stars
      I love shrimp and tequila, so I'm sure I'm going to love this recipe. Great for our next bbq!

      Reply
      • Sula

        May 18, 2020 at 2:06 pm

        Isn't it great to be able to add some variety?

        Reply
    13. Michele

      May 18, 2020 at 7:38 am

      5 stars
      Easy and delicious way to prepare shrimp - perfect for summer barbecue parties!

      Reply
    14. Saif

      May 18, 2020 at 7:37 am

      5 stars
      I never tried this recipe but I love anything about shrimp. This is one of my favorite seafood.

      Reply
    15. Marina

      May 18, 2020 at 5:09 am

      5 stars
      Fantastic shrimp recipe, love it!

      Reply
      • Sula

        May 18, 2020 at 7:16 am

        Thank you!

        Reply
    16. Elly

      May 17, 2020 at 7:07 pm

      5 stars
      This is perfect for summer grilling! I love margaritas and sounds like a yummy marinade for shrimp.

      Reply
      • Sula

        May 17, 2020 at 9:31 pm

        There's nothing better than summer grilling!

        Reply
    17. Texasgirl

      July 28, 2019 at 5:17 pm

      5 stars
      Easy and sounds so good!! Will be making this soon

      Reply
      • Sula

        July 28, 2019 at 6:23 pm

        Don't forget to make a margarita to go with!

        Reply

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