Sweet and Spicy Shrimp
Elevate your dinner game with this irresistible Sweet and Spicy Shrimp recipe, a perfect balance of bold flavors and quick preparation. In just 20 minutes, tender shrimp are cooked to perfection and coated in a luscious blend of honey, soy sauce, sriracha, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice, creating a sweet heat that will tantalize your taste buds. Infused with aromatic garlic and a hint of paprika, the shrimp are seared until golden, while the reserved marinade thickens into a glossy sauce for drizzling. This versatile dish shines over fluffy white rice, stir-fried noodles, or alongside crisp steamed vegetables. Finished with a sprinkle of green onions and sesame seeds, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for a busy weeknight or an impressive weekend dinner, this recipe is your new go-to for bold, restaurant-quality flavor at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 stalks Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together garlic, honey, soy sauce, sriracha sauce, lime juice, paprika, black pepper, and salt to create the marinade.
Add the shrimp to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Remove the shrimp from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later use.
Place the shrimp in the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Lower the heat to medium and pour the reserved marinade into the skillet. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Remove from heat and transfer the shrimp to a serving plate. Drizzle the thickened sauce over the top.
Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately with rice, noodles, or a side of steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
981 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.5 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 3296 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.0 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.7 g | ||
| Protein | 114.1 g | 228% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 404 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1548 mg | 33% | |
*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.
