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Easy Spicy Honey Lime Shrimp

Easy Spicy Honey Lime Shrimp

Juicy, zesty shrimp tossed in a glossy honey-lime glaze with a kick of heat—ready in under 20 minutes for a fast weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 0.25 cup honey
  • 0.25 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp lime zest
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sriracha
  • 2 clove garlic minced
  • 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • 0.5 tsp ground cumin optional
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
  • 4 wedge lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. In a bowl, whisk honey, lime juice, lime zest, soy sauce, sriracha, garlic, red pepper flakes, and cumin.
  • Set aside 0.25 cup of the marinade for glazing. Toss the shrimp with the remaining marinade and let sit for 10 minutes.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil.
  • Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 1.5 to 2 minutes per side until pink and just opaque. Transfer to a plate.
  • Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet and simmer 1 to 2 minutes until slightly thickened. Return shrimp to the pan and toss 30 to 60 seconds to coat. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

For extra char, sear shrimp in batches to avoid crowding. Swap maple syrup for honey if preferred. Great over rice, in tacos, or with a fresh salad. Do not overcook—shrimp turn rubbery if cooked too long.