Description
A quick and flavorful garlic butter shrimp recipe perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro leaves (for garnish, optional)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Rinse and pat the shrimp dry with paper towels, then season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until bubbling.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Increase the heat to medium-high, then add the shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and opaque.
- Pour in the soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to coat the shrimp evenly.
- Let the shrimp mix with the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or honey as desired.
- Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped green onions and cilantro over the shrimp.
- Carefully transfer the shrimp to a serving platter, ensuring to pour the sauce over the top.
Notes
- This dish is best served immediately for the best flavor and texture.
- Feel free to adjust the level of spice according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 160mg