Rum Glazed Shrimps
Elevate your seafood game with these irresistible Rum Glazed Shrimp, a perfect fusion of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Succulent shrimp are seared to perfection and tossed in a luscious glaze made with dark rum, honey, soy sauce, and a hint of lime juice, creating a mouthwatering caramelized coating. The addition of garlic and red pepper flakes infuses the dish with bold, aromatic undertones and a subtle kick of heat. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve as a tantalizing appetizer or pair with fluffy rice or quinoa for a complete and satisfying main course. Garnished with fresh parsley, these shrimp are as visually stunning as they are delicious—an absolute must-try for seafood lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 0.25 cup dark rum
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine dark rum, honey, soy sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Mix well to form the glaze and set aside.
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter. Once the butter has melted and is sizzling, add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until lightly browned.
Flip the shrimp and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side until just pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Lower the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Pour in the prepared rum glaze. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the glaze slightly thickens and becomes glossy.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, tossing them in the glaze to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to warm through, ensuring the shrimp are fully coated in the glaze.
Remove from heat and transfer the glazed shrimp to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Serve immediately as an appetizer or over steamed rice or quinoa for a main dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1085 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.7 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.7 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 919 mg | 306% | |
| Sodium | 2843 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.7 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.0 g | ||
| Protein | 113.1 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 360 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1425 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
