CILANTRO LIME HONEY SHRIMP

This easy cilantro lime honey shrimp recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!

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CILANTRO LIME HONEY SHRIMP

This easy cilantro lime honey shrimp recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword cilantro, honey, lime, shrimp

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Total Time 40 minutes minutes

Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

• lb. shrimp peeled and deveined
• Sauce:
• teaspoon garlic minced
• /2 teaspoon ginger minced
• tablespoons honey
• tablespoons soy sauce
• tablespoons lime juice
• Red pepper flakes/cayenne to taste
• tablespoons fresh cilantro finely chopped
• Pepper to taste

Instructions

• Combine the sauce ingredients and divide it in half.
• Marinate the shrimp in half the sauce for 15-30 minutes. Discard marinade.
• Over medium-high heat in a 10″cast iron skillet, pan sears the shrimp in some oil.
• Sear them on both sides in batches until browned, about 1 minute per side.
• Using tongs, rub the shrimp into caramelized bits on the bottom of the pan.
• Dish and serve hot, drizzled with remaining sauce.

Tips for the Best CILANTRO LIME HONEY SHRIMP

• Pre-heat & Prep: Always gather all ingredients before cooking cilantro lime honey shrimp.
• Flavor Adjustment: Adjust seasoning to taste near the end of cooking.
• Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.