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Appetizers » Tequila-Lime Shrimp Cocktail

Tequila-Lime Shrimp Cocktail

by Lynne Webb on April 28, 2012 (Updated October 4, 2019) // 3 Comments

Lime juice and a splash of tequila along with ground cumin and coriander give shrimp cocktail some Mexican-inspired flair.
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Tequila-Lime Shrimp Cocktail

The addition of lime juice, Mexican-inspired spices and a splash of tequila brings a totally new flavor to ordinary shrimp cocktail. This variation makes nice finger food for a party and pairs well with margaritas or beer and other appetizers like Easy Homemade Guacamole.

Tequila-Lime Shrimp Cocktail

Tequila-Lime Shrimp Cocktail

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Lime juice and a splash of tequila along with ground cumin and coriander give shrimp cocktail some Mexican-inspired flair.
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
Cook Time : 5 minutes mins
Total Time : 15 minutes mins
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Ingredients 

  • 1-1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 fresh lemon
  • 1 cup bottled chili sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1-1/2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 to 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1-1/2 tablespoons tequila blanco

Instructions 

  • Bring 2 quarts salted water to a boil, add the shrimp and cook just until pink and opaque, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain and plunge into a bowl of ice-water to stop the cooking process. Drain again, blot dry and squeeze the lemon over the shrimp. Refrigerate until chilled through, at least 30 minutes.
  • While the shrimp chills, prepare the cocktail sauce by combining the chili sauce, cumin, coriander, black pepper, cilantro, Worcestershire, 1/2 tablespoon horseradish, lime juice and tequila in a mixing bowl. Taste for seasoning and adjust the horseradish and black pepper to taste. Transfer to a small serving dish.
  • To serve, line a platter with lettuce and place the cocktail sauce in the center. Arrange the shrimp around the edge and garnish with a sprig of cilantro.

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Author: Lynne Webb | 

Course: Appetizers
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Cuisine: American

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Comments

  1. Farida says

    February 18, 2011 at 2:25 am

    Wow, delicious Lime Shrimp, I like this and will to make it.Faridahttps://kitchensuperfood.com

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  2. nancy@skinnykitchen says

    February 17, 2011 at 8:44 pm

    What a lovely presentation and it's so healthy too!

    Reply
  3. Jacq | pizza menu printing says

    February 17, 2011 at 8:10 pm

    Tequila Blanco!What a dip! My partner would love this, he's addicted to margarita. I almost jealous. lol

    Reply

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