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Garlic Honey Lime Shrimp

Garlic Honey Lime Shrimp for a Sweet and Spicy Dinner Adventure

This Garlic Honey Lime Shrimp recipe is a delightful blend of sweet and spicy flavors, perfect for a quick dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for sautéing
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Provides sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
For the Spice
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes Adjust per spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To enhance flavor
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Chopped, optional

Equipment

  • cast-iron skillet

Method
 

Marinate the Shrimp
  1. Combine the shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and red chili flakes. Mix well, cover, and refrigerate for 5 minutes.
Heat the Skillet
  1. Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat for 2-3 minutes. Add olive oil and swirl to coat.
Cook the Shrimp
  1. Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes without stirring.
Add Honey and Lime
  1. Flip the shrimp and pour in the honey and lime juice. Toss gently and cook for another 2-3 minutes until shrimp are fully cooked.
Finish and Serve
  1. Remove from heat, adjust seasoning if needed, and sprinkle with parsley. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Avoid overcooking to retain tenderness.

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