Honey Sriracha Shrimp

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Sweet, spicy, and ready in 20 minutes

Dinner just got exciting with this Honey Sriracha Shrimp! 🦐✨ Juicy shrimp are pan-seared until perfectly tender, then coated in a glossy sauce made with honey, sriracha, garlic, and soy. The result? Sweet heat that keeps you coming back for more. Best of all, this recipe is ready in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or even a fun appetizer for gatherings. Serve it over rice, tuck it into tacos, or pile it on noodles—the possibilities are endless. Quick, flavorful, and oh-so-addictive, this shrimp dish is a keeper! 🍯🌶️

Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Servings: 4

Ingredients List

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (or sesame oil)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Whisk
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Cutting board & sharp knife

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Prep shrimp: Pat shrimp dry with paper towels for better searing.
  2. Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together honey, sriracha, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. 🍯🌶️
  3. Cook shrimp: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 1–2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. 🦐
  4. Add sauce: Pour sauce over shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring until sauce thickens into a glossy glaze. ✨
  5. Finish & serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over rice, noodles, or as an appetizer.

Pro Tips

  • Don’t Overcook: Shrimp cook quickly—remove from heat once pink to avoid rubbery texture.
  • Customize Heat: Add more honey for sweetness or more sriracha for a fiery kick.
  • Meal Prep Friendly: Store in fridge up to 3 days; reheat gently.
  • Serving Idea: Serve in lettuce wraps for a light, spicy option. 🥬

Nutrition Table

Serving SizeCaloriesProteinCarbsFatFiberSugar
1 portion24022g12g10g1g9g