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Grilled Shrimp Martinis served on a dock.

Grilled Shrimp Martini

This Grilled Shrimp Martini is a once-a-year recipe in my house. It takes time to grill everything yet I love creating a special occasion to enjoy it.
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Course: Appetizer
Keyword: Grilled Shrimp Martini
Author: Cinde Little

Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp, shelled
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 ears of corn
  • ½ small red onion, sliced in rounds ¼ inch thick
  • 1 red pepper, seeded
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced (fresh or canned)
  • cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced

DRESSING

  • 3 tablespoon lime juice (1½ limes)
  • 1 clove garlic
  • teaspoon chipotle chile puree
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoon tequila (optional)

GARNISH

  • nacho chips

Instructions

  • Cut and assemble all vegetables on a tray. Lightly brush with oil.
  • Pat shrimp dry, sprinkle with salt and brush with oil. Grill for about 2 minutes per side or until shrimp are pink. Cool then cut each shrimp into 3 or 4 pieces. Set aside.
  • Grill corn on all sides until lightly browned.
  • Grill onion slices for a few minutes per side until charred and soft.
  • Grill red pepper until black on all sides. Place in a plastic bag and steam for 5 minutes then gently peel off blackened skin.
  • Once cooled cut corn off the cob, chop onion and pepper.
  • In a large bowl combine cooked shrimp, chopped vegetables, jalapeno, cilantro and avocado. Can be prepared several hours before serving.

DRESSING

  • In a small jar combine lime juice, garlic, cumin, chipotle, salt and tequila if using. Can be prepared a day in advance.

SERVING

  • Toss shrimp and vegetables with dressing. Divide into martini glasses and top with a single nacho chip.