Published Aug 03, 2021 Updated Aug 21, 2024

Tequila Lime Shrimp Recipe

Tequila lime shrimp is one of the most popular Mexican recipes. The main ingredients are shrimp and tequila. This dish is great for making shrimp tacos, especially with flour tortillas.

Tequila Lime Shrimp Marinade

Here are the ingredients used as the marinade:

Garlic Paprika Tequila Lime juice Cilantro

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients.

Cooking Tips

To make the best sizzling Tequila Lime Shrimp just like your favorite Mexican restaurant, please follow my tips below:

Use a cast iron skillet to make the shrimp. Season the shrimp with salt, black pepper and paprika for extra flavors. Saute the garlic and shrimp on high heat then drizzle in the tequila. The alcohol is going to vaporize in high heat and the shrimp will be infused with the intoxicating tequila flavors.

What To Serve With Tequila Lime Shrimp

Serve this dish with other Mexican recipes. For a healthy meal and easy weeknight dinner, I recommend the following recipes. I hope you enjoy this post as much as I do. If you try my recipe, please leave a comment and consider giving it a 5-star rating. For more easy and delicious recipes, explore my Recipe Index, and stay updated by subscribing to my newsletter and following me on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram for new updates.

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