Dinner Tonight: Tequila Shrimp

Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Dinner Tonight: Tequila Shrimp
45 min.
3
467kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious, quick, and flavorful meal that’s perfect for any time of the day, this Tequila Shrimp recipe is your answer! Not only is it gluten-free, but it's also packed with rich, zesty flavors that will surely impress your taste buds. In just 45 minutes, you’ll have a beautifully cooked shrimp dish that brings together the warmth of tequila and the creaminess of sour cream, creating a mouthwatering balance of tastes. Whether you’re preparing lunch, dinner, or a special occasion meal, this dish is bound to become a favorite in your kitchen.

The smoky undertones of tequila paired with the shrimp’s natural sweetness are elevated by a dash of salt and the fresh crunch of scallions. It’s a simple yet indulgent recipe that doesn’t require complicated ingredients or techniques. In fact, with just a few easy steps, you’ll have a dish that feels like something straight out of a fine dining restaurant. Perfect for those who love seafood with a twist, this Tequila Shrimp is not only a treat for your palate but also a dish that’s surprisingly easy to whip up. So, gather your ingredients, get your pan sizzling, and enjoy a flavorful experience that’s truly unforgettable!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • teaspoon salt 
  •  spring onion thinly sliced
  • 1.5 pounds shrimp deveined peeled
  • 0.8 cup cream sour
  • 0.5 cup tequila 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Melt the butter over medium high heat. When the butter is done foaming, add the shrimp. Cook until they are done, about 3 minutes.
  2. Remove the pan from the heat and add the tequila. If you’re feeling particularly experienced with fire and have an extinguisher close, tilt the pan towards the open flame to ignite the alcohol. Then return it to the burner and cook until the flame subsides.
  3. Dump the contents into a bowl.
  4. Add the sour cream and the scallions, and sprinkle with salt.

Nutrition Facts

Calories467kcal
Protein49.7%
Fat47.18%
Carbs3.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.33
Glycemic Load
0.06
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.429130385751%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:467.23kcal
23.36%
Fat:19.89g
30.6%
Saturated Fat:10.84g
67.72%
Carbohydrates:2.96g
0.99%
Net Carbohydrates:2.86g
1.04%
Sugar:2.06g
2.29%
Cholesterol:419.13mg
139.71%
Sodium:1123.93mg
48.87%
Alcohol:13.36g
100%
Alcohol %:4.99%
100%
Protein:47.14g
94.28%
Phosphorus:534.36mg
53.44%
Copper:0.91mg
45.47%
Zinc:3.27mg
21.81%
Magnesium:86.14mg
21.53%
Calcium:208.82mg
20.88%
Potassium:684.86mg
19.57%
Vitamin A:631.34IU
12.63%
Vitamin K:9.8µg
9.33%
Iron:1.3mg
7.24%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.15%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.84%
Selenium:2.25µg
3.21%
Vitamin E:0.46mg
3.05%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.28%
Vitamin B5:0.21mg
2.06%
Folate:6.29µg
1.57%
Vitamin C:1.27mg
1.54%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.33%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.1%