Description
Hot Honey Shrimp is a quick and delicious dish that perfectly balances sweet and spicy flavors by glazing succulent shrimp in a luscious hot honey sauce. Ready in under 20 minutes, this versatile and healthy recipe is ideal as a main, appetizer, or salad topper. Its bold flavor and elegant presentation make it perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 12 oz fresh or thawed shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup hot honey (honey mixed with chili peppers)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve a perfect caramelized crust when cooked.
- Make the Hot Honey Glaze: In a small bowl, combine honey with chili ingredients such as crushed red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce, then add lemon juice and stir to blend all flavors.
- Sauté the Garlic: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add minced garlic, and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant without burning.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque with slight char.
- Glaze and Toss: Pour the hot honey glaze over the shrimp, stir well to coat each piece, and simmer for another minute to meld the flavors.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh herbs or extra chili flakes if desired, and serve immediately to enjoy at their juiciest.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for enhanced natural sweetness and optimal texture.
- Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubbery texture.
- Adjust chili amount gradually to suit your spice preference.
- Lemon juice or vinegar can balance excessive honey sweetness.
- Let shrimp rest a minute after glazing to allow flavors to meld fully.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 4-5 shrimp)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: hot honey shrimp, spicy shrimp, sweet and spicy shrimp, easy shrimp recipe, quick shrimp dinner, gluten free shrimp, healthy shrimp dish
