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Garlic Honey Lime Shrimp
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Garlic Honey Lime Shrimp Recipe

This Garlic Honey Lime Shrimp is a fast dinner with succulent shrimp glazed in a garlicky, sweet, and sticky sauce. My easy 15 minute recipe uses a butter and olive oil base to create a rich, savory glaze that perfectly balances tangy lime and honey for a healthy weeknight dinner.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Shrimp
Cuisine: American Recipes
Keyword: Garlic Honey Lime Shrimp
Servings: 2 people
Author: Bee Yinn Low

Ingredients

  • 1 lb shelled and deveined shrimp
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon melted unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1½ tablespoons lime juice
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 3 dashes cayenne pepper
  • chopped parsley
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Instructions

  • Rinse the shrimp with cold water, drain well, and set aside.
  • Heat a skillet or cast-iron pan over medium heat. Add the olive oil and butter, then sauté the garlic until lightly golden. Add the shrimp and sauté for a few quick stirs.
  • Add the honey, lime juice, salt, and cayenne pepper. Stir well to coat the shrimp evenly.
  • Continue cooking until the sauce thickens slightly and the shrimp are cooked through. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

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Nutrition

Serving: 2people | Calories: 417kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 380mg | Sodium: 564mg | Potassium: 684mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 805IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 164mg | Iron: 2mg