Description
Indulge in this quick and flavorful Spicy Shrimp with Hot Honey, where sweet meets spicy for a sensational dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp hot honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- In a bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Marinate for 15-20 minutes to enhance flavor.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat until sizzling hot.
- Add marinated shrimp in a single layer to the skillet. Cook for about 2 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Drizzle hot honey over shrimp while tossing gently in the pan until evenly coated.
- Transfer shrimp to plates and garnish with extra red pepper flakes if desired. Serve with crusty bread or over rice for a delicious meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
Keywords: For added freshness, consider garnishing with chopped cilantro or green onions. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes according to your heat preference. This recipe can easily be adapted by substituting shrimp with chicken or tofu.