Snappy Shrimp
Transform your dinner routine with Snappy Shrimp, a deliciously bold and quick-to-create dish that’s bursting with sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors. Featuring succulent large shrimp sautéed in a zesty glaze of honey, soy sauce, fresh lime juice, and red chili flakes, this recipe is a perfect balance of savory heat and citrusy freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, thanks to a simple two-step marinade and skillet method, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or last-minute entertaining. Finished with fragrant minced garlic and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, Snappy Shrimp pairs beautifully with steamed rice, crusty bread, or a crisp green salad. Whether you're craving a gourmet-style meal or looking to impress guests, this quick shrimp recipe is guaranteed to delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the peeled and deveined shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a small bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, lime juice, and red chili flakes. Stir until well mixed and set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, making sure it doesn’t burn.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until pink, then flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Reduce the heat to medium and pour the honey-soy sauce mixture over the shrimp. Toss the shrimp to coat evenly and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the shrimp.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra lime wedges if desired. Snappy Shrimp pairs perfectly with steamed rice, crusty bread, or a green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
868 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.6 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 2251 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.9 g | ||
| Protein | 112.7 g | 225% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 351 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1399 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.
