Shrimp in Spicy Lime Sauce
Dive into bold and zesty flavors with this irresistible Shrimp in Spicy Lime Sauce recipe! Perfectly tender shrimp are sautéed in a flavorful blend of garlic and red chili flakes, then draped in a tangy lime sauce infused with honey, soy sauce, and freshly zested lime for a deliciously balanced kick. This quick and easy dish comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. A garnish of fresh cilantro and green onions adds a vibrant pop, while serving suggestions like steamed rice, pasta, or crusty bread make it endlessly versatile. Whether you're craving something spicy, tangy, or truly unforgettable, this recipe delivers every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 2 tbsp lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the lime juice, lime zest, honey, and soy sauce. Mix well and set aside.
Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until pink and slightly opaque.
Flip the shrimp and pour the prepared lime sauce over the shrimp. Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are fully cooked and evenly coated in the sauce.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh cilantro.
Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Serve immediately over steamed rice, pasta, or as an appetizer with crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
202 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.2 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 214 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 515 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 28.1 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 381 mg | 8% | |
*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.
