A flavorful and spicy honey garlic shrimp recipe perfect for grilling or stovetop cooking, featuring a sweet and spicy marinade balanced with fresh garlic and a touch of olive oil.
Total Time:26 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
Marinade and Shrimp
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup honey
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tbsp olive oil
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Skewers (if grilling)
Instructions
Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and olive oil until well combined to create a balanced sweet and spicy sauce.
Marinate the shrimp: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the bowl with the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Let the shrimp sit in the marinade for 20 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Preheat cooking surface: Preheat your grill or stovetop skillet over medium heat to ensure it is hot enough to cook the shrimp properly without sticking.
Prepare shrimp for cooking: If using skewers, thread the marinated shrimp onto the skewers to prevent them from falling through the grill grates and to make flipping easier.
Cook the shrimp: Grill or cook the shrimp in the skillet for 3 minutes on each side or until the shrimp turn opaque and firm, ensuring they are fully cooked but not overdone.
Garnish and serve: Remove the shrimp from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves before serving for a fresh herbal note and vibrant presentation.
Notes
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the spiciness according to your preference.
For an easier cleanup, use wooden skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes before threading shrimp to prevent burning.
Serve with steamed rice or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Olive oil can be substituted with avocado oil for a milder flavor.
If grilling is not available, a stovetop skillet works just as well for cooking the shrimp.
