Description
Garlic Honey Lime Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish that combines the savory taste of garlic with the sweetness of honey and the zesty kick of lime. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this delicious meal that works perfectly for busy weeknights or special occasions. The shrimp are sticky, sweet, and bursting with flavor, making them an irresistible addition to any dining experience. Serve them over rice, in tacos, or atop a fresh salad for a versatile meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (500g) shelled and deveined shrimp
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon melted unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 dashes cayenne pepper
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and drain well.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat, adding olive oil and melted butter until bubbling.
- Sauté minced garlic in the skillet until slightly browned.
- Stir in the shrimp and cook for about 2–3 minutes or until pink.
- Add honey, lime juice, salt, and cayenne pepper; mix well.
- Cook until the sauce thickens slightly, then remove from heat.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 125g
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg