Tequila Shrimp

Number of Servings: 
4
Ingredients: 
1 pound Ocean Garden® Mexican Shrimp
1/2 cup unsalted butter
3 tablespoons of cooking oil
2 tablespoons of soy sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco®
2 teaspoon filé powder
1/4 cup tequila
Optional: Flour tortillas
Instructions: 

Rinse shrimp under cold running water and drain thoroughly on paper towels. Do not peel. Arrange shrimp in baking pan.

Combine butter, oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder and Tabasco® in a saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring to melt butter. Remove from heat and stir in filé powder and tequila. Pour mixture over shrimp, making sure all are coated. Bake in a 425°F oven for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring once or twice.

Transfer shrimp and remaining sauce mixture to a serving bowl.

Serve with warm tortillas. Peel and eat at the table.

Shrimp Cooking Guide

Large shrimp (U/10 - 16/20)
3 1/2 -4 minutes
Medium shrimp (21/25 - 41/50)
2 1/2 -3 minutes
Small shrimp (51/60 and smaller)
1 1/2 -2 minutes
Source: Recipe courtesy of the fine folks at Ocean Garden Products, Inc.

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We already know that shrimp is low in fat and calories. But if you are concerned about cholesterol, there is good news. You do not have to give up shrimp! Research shows and dietitians concur that the high percentage of "good fats" in shrimp reduces the impact of cholesterol. So enjoy shrimp as part of a balanced - and delicious - diet.