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Margarita Shrimp Appetizer

Monday, May 10th, 2010

This a wonderful party appetizer. It is always a big hit and a lot of fun. This will be sure to wow your friends and family.







  • 12 Large Raw Shrimp Cleaned
  • 3 Garlic Cloves
  • 1/2 cup(s) of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 5 1/2 ounce(s) of Good White Tequila
  • 4 tsp. of Kosher Salt
  • 4 tsp. of Fresh Black Pepper
  • 3 Limes
  • 1 Fresh Mango Chopped
  • 1 cup(s) of Fresh Sliced Peaches Chopped
  • 1/2 Large Red Onion Chopped
  • 2 tbsp. of Fresh Cilantro Chopped
  • 1 tsp. of Fresh Cilantro Finely Chopped
  • 12 ounce(s) of Whipped Philadelphia Cream Cheese
  • 2 Green Onions Chopped
  • 1/2 English Cucumber Chopped


  1. Mango Peach Salsa: Chopped Mango, Peaches, English Cucumber, Red Onion, 2 tablespoons cilantro, 1 teaspoon of salt and pepper and the juice of one lime. Toss together.

  2. Shrimp Marinade: extra virgin olive oil, 4 oz Tequila, juice of one lime and rind of lime, 2 fresh chopped garlic cloves, 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Place in large zip lock bag and place the raw shrimp in bag. Marinade for 15-20 minutes.

  3. Cream Mixture: Combine in a large bowl Philadelphia Cream Cheese, 1 chopped garlic clove, teaspoon of Cilantro, 1.5 oz Tequila, green onions, juice of 1/2 lime,1/2 teaspoon of salt and pepper. Mix well. Then place the mixture in a large zip lock bag and snip off a corner of bag.

  4. Cooking the Shrimp: Cook the shrimp on a grill either charcoal or gas. You should cook on each side for about 2 minutes. Remove and set aside.

  5. Assemble: Using a slice of lime rub the rime of the square shot glass or your glass of choice then dip in a plate of 2 teaspoons each of the kosher salt and fresh ground pepper, continue until all 12 glasses are complete. Next you will place some of the salsa in the bottom of glass, then layer cream cheese mixture then small amount of salsa, next place a shrimp on rim. Repeat until all 12 are complete.


Enjoy!!

Tags: cinco de mayo, margarita, shrimp
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