Hot Honey Shrimp (Only 15 Minutes!)
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Hot Honey Shrimp is an easy shrimp recipe that anyone can make in minutes. A sweet and spicy honey garlic shrimp dish the entire family will love!
Spicy Honey Shrimp
If you love the flavors of sweet and hot, you have to try my Hot Honey Shrimp! A super easy recipe, you can have this entire dish ready in only 15 minutes.
With fresh shrimp, spicy garlic, zesty ginger, sweet honey, a little soy sauce, and a kick of heat, this is the ideal after-work meal.
This sweet and spicy shrimp takes minimal time to cook and pairs easily with brown rice, jasmine rice, or cauliflower rice.
You could also turn it into shrimp tacos or lettuce wraps for a delicious meal. Don’t be surprised if you’re licking the plate!
Recipe Notes:
- You can leave the shrimp tails on or off. It is completely your choice.
- Both frozen and refrigerated shrimp will work for this recipe.
- Add extra salt if needed, but you will have both a dash of salt as well as salt from the soy sauce. Be careful not to add more salt until you have taste-tested your spicy honey sauce.
- Some people like extra sauce with their shrimp, so if you want to pour it over your rice, be sure to double every ingredient other than the shrimp.
How To Make Hot Honey Shrimp
Hot Honey Shrimp Ingredients:
1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ginger, finely chopped
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon chili flakes or chipotle seasoning
Dash of salt
Lemon juice garnish (optional)
Chopped scallions garnish (optional)
Supplies Needed:
Cutting board
Sharp knife
Large cast iron skillet or frying pan
Flexible spatula
Directions:
Step 1: On a large cutting board, chop your garlic, ginger, and scallions. Set them aside.
Step 2: Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and butter. Add the chopped ginger and garlic and fry them for 2-3 minutes.
Step 3: Place the raw shrimp in the pan in a single layer.
Let the shrimp cook for one minute on each side or until the shrimp is opaque.
Step 4: Add your honey, soy sauce, chili flakes, and salt. Cook until the chili sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
Step 5: Garnish with some fresh lemon juice and chopped green onions and enjoy!
How To Store Leftover Hot Honey Shrimp
Store any leftover shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.
Can I Make My Hot Honey Shrimp Ahead Of Time And Reheat It Later?
Yes! I always recommend eating your spicy shrimp fresh, but if you are working on meal prep and want to eat them the next day, you can.
Take your cooked shrimp out of the refrigerator and add them to a pan with a little bit of olive oil. Heat over medium heat until the shrimp are warm. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp by heating them for too long.
Can I Use Different Types Of Shrimp?
Yes! While you want to use a pound of shrimp for the full recipe, the size of your shrimp may vary.
You can use either frozen or refrigerated shrimp. The recipe calls for raw shrimp, but if you are using precooked jumbo shrimp from a shrimp cocktail platter, they will not need to cook in the pan for very long. Just make sure that they are warmed through before moving to the next step.
If you are using frozen shrimp, thaw them by running cold water over them for a few minutes until they are soft. Dry them with a few paper towels and continue with the recipe. This will help you get a golden brown on the sear.
If you choose to use smaller shrimp, they will cook through a little bit quicker, so keep your eyes on their color. If the shrimp start to become opaque quickly, flip them and cook them for an equal amount of time on the other side. Larger shrimp may take a little longer.
Can I Adjust The Level Of Spiciness In This Recipe?
Yes! The spicy hot honey sauce comes from the chili flakes or chipotle seasoning. You can choose to use less of them for just a little heat or you can replace them with something else.
Red pepper flakes are hotter than chili flakes, so use those or cayenne pepper to increase the heat.
You could also substitute a hot sauce or sriracha sauce if you’re more familiar with them to control the heat level to your comfort.
The spicy sauce should live at your comfort level, so don’t try to power through. Add a little bit of heat and taste test until you’re happy with it.
How Can I Make This Recipe Gluten-Free?
You can easily make this hot honey shrimp gluten-free by replacing your soy sauce with tamari sauce. All of the other ingredients are naturally gluten-free.
What Are Some Variations Or Twists On This Recipe?
So while this is a pretty standard recipe, there are a variety of ways that you can alter this dish a little bit.
You could use sesame oil instead of olive oil for a slightly nuttier flavor or add a little maple syrup to the honey component for a bit of a caramel flavor.
If you want to add something, small broccoli florets or snow peas would be great additions after you’ve cooked the shrimp through. And if you prefer lime juice, substitute your lemon wedges with lime wedges.
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Hot Honey Shrimp
Hot Honey Shrimp is an easy shrimp recipe that anyone can make in minutes. A sweet and spicy honey garlic shrimp dish the entire family will love!Â
Ingredients
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon ginger, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes or chipotle seasoning
- Dash of salt
- Lemon juice garnish (optional)
- Chopped scallions garnish (optional)
Instructions
- On a large cutting board, chop your garlic, ginger, and scallions. Set them aside.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and butter. Add the chopped ginger and garlic and fry them for 2-3 minutes.
- Place the raw shrimp in the pan in an even layer. Allow them to sear for one minute on each side or until the shrimp is opaque.
- Add your honey, soy sauce, chili flakes and salt. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Garnish with some fresh lemon juice and chopped scallions and enjoy!
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 194Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 151mgSodium: 1020mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 1gSugar: 14gProtein: 16g
This calculation is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a doctor or dietitian. This calculator is a guide, but makes no guarantee of being exact or fully accurate.
