Spicy Shrimp with Hot Chili Peppers
Ignite your taste buds with this bold and flavorful Spicy Shrimp with Hot Chili Peppers recipe! Juicy, tender shrimp are seared to perfection alongside fiery Thai chilies, aromatic garlic, and a tangy-sweet marinade made with soy sauce, honey, and fresh lime juice. This quick and easy dish, ready in just 25 minutes, seamlessly balances heat, sweetness, and citrusy brightness, creating a mouthwatering harmony of flavors. The garnish of fresh cilantro adds a pop of freshness, while optional white rice soaks up the rich, spicy sauce for a satisfying meal. Perfect for spice lovers, this vibrant skillet dinner is a surefire way to bring bold, global flavors to your table while keeping weeknight cooking exciting and effortless!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp (large, peeled and deveined)
- 5 pieces Hot chili peppers (e.g., Thai chilies or red bird's eye chilies)
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- 2 cups Cooked white rice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
Thinly slice the hot chili peppers and mince the garlic. Be cautious while handling chili peppers and wash your hands thoroughly afterward.
In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, lime juice, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful marinade.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sliced chili peppers to the pan. Stir and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant and slightly softened.
Add the shrimp to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook.
Pour the marinade over the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the shrimp dish with chopped fresh cilantro for a burst of freshness.
Serve hot over a bed of cooked white rice, if desired, and enjoy your Spicy Shrimp with Hot Chili Peppers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1492 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.9 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 886 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 3205 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.7 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.5 g | ||
| Protein | 124.8 g | 250% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1722 mg | 37% | |
*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.
