2 Points Grilled Tequila Shrimp

Cucina Casalingo's Note:

Slightly modified from Weber's Big Book of Grilling. Nice and garlicky! 2 Points per serving.

• Total Time: 39 mins
• Prep Time: 35 mins
• Cook Time: 4 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

Marinade

• 1⁄3; cup tequila
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon minced jalapeno pepper , with seeds
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Other

• 32 large shrimp , peeled and deveined
• kosher salt
• 2 fresh limes , cut into wedges

Directions:

1. Marinade:.
2. Whisk the marinade ingredients together in a small bowl.
3. Place the shrimp in a large zip-lock heavy-duty plastic bag; pour in the marinade.
4. Press the air out and seal bag; turn the bag to distribute the marinade; place in a bowl, and refrigerate 30-45 minutes.
5. Remove shrimp from bag and discard marinade.
6. Thread shrimp onto skewers; season with salt.
7. Grill over direct heat 2-4 minutes, until the shrimp are just opaque in the center and firm to touch, turning once halfway through grilling time.
8. Remove from grill and serve warm with lime wedges.