Tequila & Lime Sautéed Shrimp Recipe

Method

1. 1

   Prepare the chile paste

   Remove stems from guajillo chiles and discard seeds if desired. Toast lightly in a dry skillet 1-2 minutes per side, then soak in hot water for 10-12 minutes until softened. Drain and blend with 1-2 tablespoons olive oil until smooth.

2. 2

   Toast and toast bread

   Grill or toast sourdough slices until deeply toasted on both sides. Brush with melted butter and keep warm.

3. 3

   Sauté aromatics

   In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Bloom the paste

   Stir in the guajillo paste and cook for 1 minute to bloom the flavors.

5. 5

   Add tequila and lime

   Pour in tequila and lime juice; simmer 1-2 minutes to reduce slightly.

6. 6

   Cook the shrimp

   Add shrimp to the skillet and sauté 2-3 minutes, turning once, until pink and just cooked through.

7. 7

   Finish with cilantro and seasoning

   Stir in chopped cilantro; season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat.

8. 8

   Plate and serve

   Spoon the tequila-lime shrimp onto plates, garnish with extra cilantro if desired, and serve with grilled sourdough bread to mop up the sauce.