Ingredients
– 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 5 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon brown sugar
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon honey
– 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
– ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Chopped green onions, for garnish
– Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Creating Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp with a Sweet Twist is straightforward. Follow these simple steps to whip up this delicious dish:
1. Prepare the Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
2. Melt the Butter: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
3. Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
4. Add the Shrimp: Place the shrimp in the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
5. Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and red pepper flakes (if using).
6. Combine Shrimp and Sauce: Pour the sauce over the shrimp in the skillet and toss to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
7. Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.
9. Serve: Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
These simple steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 28g