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Spicy Sweet Firecracker Honey Glazed Shrimp

A quick and delicious meal featuring succulent shrimp in a sweet and spicy honey glaze that will ignite your taste buds!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp ingredients
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh shrimp recommended
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking shrimp
  • Salt to taste Salt Use sea or kosher salt for best flavor
  • Pepper to taste Pepper Freshly cracked preferred
  • Chopped for garnish green onions Add for flavor and color
Honey glaze
  • 1/3 cup honey Use high-quality honey for the best taste
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Low sodium soy sauce can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust for heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Fresh garlic can be used for a stronger flavor
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger Or use fresh ginger grated

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, Sriracha, garlic powder, and ground ginger. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.
Cooking the Shrimp
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the shrimp, cooking for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and are cooked through.
  2. Pour the honey glaze over the shrimp in the skillet. Stir to coat the shrimp evenly with the sauce and allow it to cook for another 2-3 minutes, letting the sauce thicken slightly.
Serving
  1. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

Freshness is key! Look for shrimp that are translucent and firm to the touch. Adjust the spice by reducing the Sriracha for a milder version. Don’t overcook the shrimp as it can become rubbery. Experiment with add-ins like chopped bell peppers or snap peas for extra texture.