Honey Lime Shrimp
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
245 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Honey Lime Shrimp
Description
This recipe begins by sautéing minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat, releasing its aroma without browning. A mixture of fresh lime juice and cornstarch is added to thicken the sauce once heated. The shrimp then join the pan with honey, lime zest, kosher salt, and sriracha to create a glossy coating as the shrimp cook briefly until opaque, ensuring they remain tender and juicy.
The honey and lime provide a bright, sweet-tart flavor profile, while sriracha adds subtle spiciness adjustable to taste. The quick cooking method preserves the shrimp's texture and allows the sauce to thicken without clumping. Serving the shrimp warm over a bed of rice or noodles helps soak up the flavorful sauce.
Adjusting the sriracha lets you control the heat level, and using fresh lime juice ensures a lively citrus note. Purchasing pre-peeled and deveined shrimp can expedite preparation without compromising flavor. This recipe fits well into a quick weekday dinner with a tasty balance of sweet, tart, and spice.
Ingredients
- 3 TB olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lime juice juice of 1 large fresh lime
- 1 ½ tsp cornstarch
- 4 TB honey pure
- 1 lime zest of 1 large fresh lime
- 1-2 tsp sriracha depending on how spicy you want it
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- 1 lb Shrimp jumbo or extra large, peeled and deveined, raw
Instructions
- In a large nonstick pan, stir together oil and garlic over medium heat for 1 minute.
- Combine lime juice with cornstarch in a small bowl and mix to dissolve cornstarch. Add this to the pan.
- Add all remaining ingredients to the pan and continue to stir together just until shrimp turns opaque, about 1 1/2 minutes. Do not overcook. Remove from heat.
- Serve warm shrimp with sauce over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Adjust sriracha amount to control the spice level to your preference.
- Use fresh lime juice for optimal brightness in flavor.
- Pre-peeled and deveined shrimp save prep time.
- This recipe pairs well with rice or noodles to enjoy the sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 245 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 245kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 143mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 961mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 156mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 209IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 68mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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