| Instructions: | 3 tb Onion; finely chopped 5 Cloves garlic; minced 1/4 c Olive oil 2 lb Fresh shrimp; medium, -peeled, deveined, tails -intact 1/4 c Tequila 1/4 c Lime juice 1/8 ts Salt 2 tb Cilantro; chopped
To keep shrimp well chilled place them in a bowl nestled inside a larger bowl of ice. Cook onion and garlic in olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat about 3 minutes or until tender. Add shrimp and tequila; bring to boiling. Boil gently, uncovered, 3-5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, stirring occasionally. Transfer shrimp mixture to a bowl. Add lime juice, salt and cilantro. Toss to mix. Cover and refrigerate 2-24 hours stirring occasionally. Drain before serving. Serves 10-12. NOTES : Holiday Appetizers 1996, Better Homes and Gardens, page 85. |