Description
π¦ This buttery honeyβgarlic shrimp comes together in just 15 minutes, perfect for fast weeknight meals.
π Sweet honey, bright lemon, and garlicky buttery sauce make each bite a flavorβpacked delight.
Ingredients
β ΒΌ cup (β 55 g) unsalted butter, melted
β ΒΌ cup (β 85 g) honey
β 4 large garlic cloves, minced (about 2 tsp)
β 1 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice (β 15 30 ml)
β 1 Tbsp olive oil, divided (β 15 ml)
β 21 oz (β 600 g) raw shrimp or prawns, peeled and deveined
β Salt, to taste
β Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
β 4 thin lemon slices (for garnish)
β 1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley (β 3 g)
Instructions
1-First, prepare all ingredients: Peel and devein the 21 oz of raw shrimp, mince the 4 large garlic cloves, and measure out the butter, honey, and lemon juice. This sets you up for smooth cooking. Heat ΒΌ cup of melted unsalted butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
2-Next, make the sauce: Stir in the ΒΌ cup of honey, 1 2 Tbsp of fresh lemon juice, and minced garlic; cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Remove half of the sauce to a small bowl and set it aside. Add 1 tsp of the divided olive oil to the pan.
3-Then, sear the shrimp in batches: Lay half of the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes per side until opaque, then transfer to a plate. Wipe the skillet with a paper towel, add the remaining olive oil, and repeat with the second batch.
4-Finally, combine everything: Return all shrimp to the pan, pour in the reserved sauce, and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste, heat for another minute, then sprinkle with 1 Tbsp of chopped fresh parsley and arrange 4 thin lemon slices on top. Serve immediately for the best taste!
Notes
πΏ Swap parsley for rosemary or thyme for a different aromatic note.
π€ Cook shrimp in small batches and wipe the pan between batches to prevent overcrowding and achieve a better sear.
π§ Fresh garlic provides the brightest flavor; jarred garlic works in a pinch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop sautΓ©
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 pound shrimp
- Calories: 361
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 193 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 270 mg
Keywords: honey garlic shrimp, quick shrimp dinner, buttery shrimp, easy seafood recipe