Print15-Minute Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp
Make this quick, glossy honey garlic butter shrimp for an impressive dinner that cooks in just 15 minutes. It is a perfect, flavorful protein dish for any special weeknight.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until they start to turn pink.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, and lemon juice. If you like heat, stir in the red pepper flakes.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, tossing constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the shrimp evenly, creating a glossy glaze.
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving immediately.
Notes
- For the best glaze, do not overcrowd the pan; cook the shrimp in batches if necessary.
- This dish pairs well with steamed asparagus or simple white rice.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor in your sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 ounces cooked shrimp
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 28
- Cholesterol: 200