The Papaya “Bowl”

Ingredients

• Wooden skewers
• 2 Limes -- zested and juiced
• 15 Ounces Black Beans, Canned -- drained and rinsed
• 1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar
• 1 Large Clove Garlic
• 1 Teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 Teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1/2 Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
• 1 Large Papaya -- preferably Mexican
• 1-2 Bunches Green Onions,washed and trimmed
• 1 1/2 Pounds Cleaned and Deveined Uncooked Medium Shrimp with Tails (16-20 count)- thawed, if frozen
• 1/4 Cup Tequila
• 2 Tablespoons Water
• Zest from the 2 Limes
• 1 Teaspoon Granulated Garlic
• 1/2 Teaspoon Granulated Onion or Onion Powder
• 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 Teaspoon Hot Pepper Sauce
• 1-2 bunches Green Onions
• Red Leaf Lettuce