Jalapeno-Tequila Marinated Shrimp Recipe

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Jalapeno-Tequila Marinated Shrimp
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Directions:

  1. If using bamboo skewers, soak them for 20 min in some water.
  2. Thread the shrimp onto the skewers, again if using bamboo skewers, use 2 skewers this helps when turning them over - the shrimp don't spin around.
  3. Arrange the kabobs in a shallow baking dish.
  4. In a food processor, combine the 2 cups cilantro, jalapenos, onion, and garlic and finely chop.
  5. Gradually add the all the juices, olive oil, tequila, salt, sugar, cumin, and pepper until a bright green paste forms.
  6. Pour this mixture over the shrimp; cover and refrigerate for 30-45 minute Turn the kabobs several times during this marination.
  7. Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  8. Add 2 cloves of garlic and 3 Tbs cilantro and cook 2 min or until garlic just begins to soften, stirring occasionally.
  9. When ready to serve, heat grill to medium.
  10. Drain kabobs and discard the marinade.
  11. Place kabobs on grill and cook 2-3 min on each side or until shrimp turn pink.
  12. Baste the shrimp with the garlic-cilantro butter frequently while grilling.
  13. You can serve these with lime wedges.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 733.56 Kcal (3071 kJ)
Calories from fat 479.37 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 53.26g 82%
Cholesterol 129.17mg 43%
Sodium 2340.07mg 98%
Potassium 257.52mg 5%
Total Carbs 52.82g 18%
Sugars 2.02g 8%
Dietary Fiber 2.45g 10%
Protein 14.34g 29%
Vitamin C 25.7mg 43%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 5%
Iron 2mg 11%
Calcium 68.9mg 7%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 297.93 Kcal (1247 kJ)
Calories from fat 194.69 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 21.63g 82%
Cholesterol 52.46mg 43%
Sodium 950.39mg 98%
Potassium 104.59mg 5%
Total Carbs 21.45g 18%
Sugars 0.82g 8%
Dietary Fiber 0.99g 10%
Protein 5.82g 29%
Vitamin C 10.5mg 43%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 5%
Iron 0.8mg 11%
Calcium 28mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 18.6
    Points
  • 21
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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