Margarita Shrimp

WARNING: Use of open flames and a hand torch!

This recipe is not just for Cinco de Mayo … this recipe is everything you want in a summer meal: Shrimp, amazing flavor, and flaming tequila! Perfect for hot summer nights and entertaining friends/family!

Ingredients

• 18-24 Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1/2 Cup Cilantro, chopped

• 1/2 Jalapeno, finely chopped

• 2-3oz. Tequila

• 2 Limes, sliced for squeezing

• 3-4 Tbsp. Butter

• 2 Tsp. Cumin

• 2 Tsp. Paprika

• 2 Tsp. Garlic Powder

• 2 Tsp. Onion Powder

• 2 Tsp. Cayenne Powder

• 2 Tsp. Pepper

• 1-2 Tsp. Salt

Directions

• Combine all the spices in a small bowl and mix well.

• Lay out the shrimp on a flat surface, damp dry both sides with paper towel. Evenly season both sides of all shrimp with the spices and set aside.

• Using a cast iron skillet on the BBQ, heat it up and then once desired heat is achieved, add in the butter. As the butter begins to melt, lay the shrimp in a single layer. Cook about 3-4 minutes then flip.

• After flipping add in the finely shopped cilantro and jalapenos and mix around. Cook another 3-4 minutes. Pour in the tequila and then using a hand torch, apply flame to the tequila SAFELY for a few seconds then turn off the torch and allow the shrimp to cook briefly in the flame as it dies down.

• Squeeze in a couple halves of lime juice, mix around and then plate!

• Serve with mexi rice and fresh Pico de Gallo