Description
If you’re the kind of person who craves that perfect combo of sweet and heat, this Sweet and Spicy Honey Sriracha Shrimp will be your new obsession. Each shrimp is pan-seared to juicy perfection, then tossed in a glossy glaze made with honey, Sriracha, garlic, and soy sauce. It’s fast, fiery, and finger-lickin’ good.
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Ingredients
Shrimp:
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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp pepper
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1 tbsp oil (avocado or canola)
Honey Sriracha Sauce:
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3 tbsp honey
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2 tbsp Sriracha (more or less to taste)
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tsp sesame oil
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp fresh lime juice
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½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
For Garnish:
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Green onions, thinly sliced
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Sesame seeds
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Lime wedges
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Shrimp
Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper. This helps them sear beautifully.
Step 2: Make the Sauce
Whisk together honey, Sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, and garlic. Set aside.
Step 3: Sear the Shrimp
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook 1–2 minutes per side until just opaque and slightly golden.
Step 4: Add the Sauce
Pour in the sauce and toss to coat. Let it simmer for 1–2 minutes, just until the sauce thickens and clings to the shrimp.
Step 5: Serve
Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot with rice, noodles, or lettuce cups.
Notes
In street tacos with cabbage slaw and avocado
Over jasmine or coconut rice with steamed veggies
On a crispy salad with ginger vinaigrette
Paired with garlic noodles or fried rice
In lettuce wraps with pickled veggies
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired