Recipe: Margarita Shrimp

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From: Kelly~WA

Margarita Shrimp
Originally posted on recipelink.com by TerryTX
Serving Size : 6

Margarita Marinade
1/4 cup tequila
1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Kabobs
24 large fresh shrimp, shelled, tails left on -- deveined
2 medium limes

In a large non-metal bowl or plastic bag, combine all marinade ingredients; blend well. Add shrimp; turn to coat. Cover dish or seal bag; refrigerate 1-3 hrs.

Heat grill. Let shrimp stand at room temp. 30 min. Cut limes into 1/2" thick slices and cut slices into fourths to make 18 pieces. When ready to barbecue, drain shrimp, reserving marinade. On each of six (12-14") metal skewers, alternate 4 shrimp and 3 lime pieces.* Oil grill rack. Place kabobs on gas grill over med heat or on charcoal grill 4-6" from med-high coals. Cook 6-10 min. or until shrimp turn pink, turning once and brushing frequently with marinade.

* Tip: To prepare recipe in grill basket, cut limes into slices. Place lime slices and shrimp in oiled grill basket. Cook as directed above.