Everybody’s favorite vlogger, Busvlogger’s James Moore, brings his delicious Meatloaf Burgers on the Grill to this week’s Foodie Friday. He has lots to say about those! Check it out.
Summertime means that it is officially grilling season! This week I grilled up some Bloody Maria Shrimp. It’s a Mexican twist on the classic Bloody Mary flavors that uses tequila instead of vodka. I also added some chili powder and paprika to spice up the flavor profile and complement the smoky flavor you get from grilling. These shrimp are a little sweet, a little smoky, and the kick from the lemon and tequila adds a great brightness and freshness to the dish. Serve these up as an appetizer with some frozen margaritas and you’ve got the perfect summer treat.
Now, a little bit about this particular method of grilling. One of my favorite ways to grill shrimp is to throw them in a foil packet with a little bit of marinade. It’s so much easier than sticking them on kabobs and I find that the shrimp cooks more evenly. They also soak up more flavor from the marinade on the grill so there’s no chance of them drying out or getting too charred. It’s an easy method for first time grillers and master grillers alike.
In the meantime, make the marinade. Add all of the ingredients for the marinade to a large bowl and whisk together to combine thoroughly.
Add the shrimp to the bowl and marinate for 15 minutes.
Make two foil packets using heavy duty foil. To do this, lay a large sheet of foil on a flat surface. Place half of the shrimp and a little bit of the marinade in the center of the foil. Then place a few slices of lemon on top. Bring the short ends of the foil together and fold twice to seal. Fold in the sides leaving some room for steam.
Make another foil packet for the other half of the shrimp.
Place the foil packets on the grill and grill over medium heat for 6-8 minutes.
Remove the shrimp from the grill, open up the foil packets, and garnish the shrimp with a few fresh slices of lemon and the chopped parsley.
Notes
Serves 4 as an appetizer.
By Caty Mills
Arkansas Women Bloggers https://arkansaswomenbloggers.com/
What food reminds you of childhood?
Pinto beans, greens, and cornbread. My dad used to make it all the time from scratch. It was both of our favorite meals.
What is your favorite international cuisine? Ramen. It’s so fun to make at home and actual healthy!
What is always in your refrigerator at home? Tons of fruit and lots of different kinds of cheese.
What is your most used cookbook?
The Pioneer Woman’s first cookbook
What is your favorite kitchen gadget? My spiralizer. Awesome for curly fries!
Do you have a favorite food indulgence?
Homemade biscuits with cream gravy
What is your go-to ingredient that you use time and time again? Chicken broth. You need it for almost any casserole or soup.
What is your favorite food meal to cook at home?
Homemade mac and cheese
What is a cooking tip that you would like to share with beginning cooks? Don’t stress about following recipes to a tee (except if baking). It’s fine to add your own flair and try new things!
When you’re not cooking, what are your favorite pastimes? Playing volleyball
What else would you like us to know about you? I am writing an e-book right now.
