Garlic Honey Lime Shrimp

Name: Garlic Honey LIme Shrimp
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 pound peeled, deveined shrimp - thawed and patted dry; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup honey; 1 lime, juiced; 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoon parsley, chopped - optional

Ingredients For Garlic Honey Lime Shrimp

Garlic Honey Lime Shrimp are easy to make in just 15 minutes! Made with peeled, deveined shrimp, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, honey, and fresh lime juice. Perfect for an appetizer or a main dish.

Shrimp – Peeled and deveined shrimp, fresh or frozen, work great. This is the type of shrimp that is NOT cooked.

The Marinade – To pack in all the flavor, you’ll need olive oil (or avocado oil) as a base, garlic, red chili flakes, and salt.

Honey & Lime – I add these at the end so that the honey makes a super sticky and finger-licking good sauce. By adding lime juice at the end, it retains all of its flavor rather than burning off as the dish cooks.

Variations And Additions For Garlic-Lime Shrimp

For a different type of heat, you can use fresh diced peppers like jalapenos or fresno chilies instead of red pepper flakes.
To save time, you can use tail-removed shrimp when making this recipe as a main dish.

Step By Step Instructions

Marinate the shrimp for 5 minutes in the fridge while the cast iron skillet heats up.

Cook the shrimp for 2 minutes, then add the honey and lime. Cook another 2-3 minutes. Don’t overcook, or the shrimp will become rubbery!

Remove from heat, taste, and adjust seasoning. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Donya’s Success Tips

To thaw the frozen shrimp, place it in the refrigerator overnight or run under cool water for 5 minutes until defrosted.
Dry the shrimp before using it so that the seasoning will stick. I lay the shrimp on a cutting board and pat dry using paper towels.
Use extra large shrimp for this recipe. Look for 26/30-count shrimp at the grocery store.
Use a cast-iron skillet or heavy bottom pan. Heat the pan on high to get a good sear on the shrimp.
For serving as an appetizer, I use tail-on shrimp. For a wonderful presentation, I cook and serve the shrimp right in the cast iron skillet.

Frequently Asked Questions With Answers

Can this recipe be made ahead of time?

This is one of those recipes that does not lend itself to making ahead of time. It’s so simple and requires very little prep time that it is not needed.

How do I make juicy, tender shrimp?

It is SO important not to overcook shrimp. That is the key to succulent shrimp. Shrimp should only be cooked 2-3 minutes on each side and should just turn pink but still be soft when you touch it. If you poke the shrimp with your finger and it starts to feel solid and more like pressing a bouncy ball, then it’s overcooked.

More Ways To Serve This Quick Shrimp Dish

This shrimp dish has such delicious flavors that it’s delicious alongside so many other recipes. For dinner, it’s great with Instant Pot Garlic and Herb Rice, Skillet Green Beans, and Instant Pot Garlic Parmesan Noodles. As an appetizer, you can pair it with Smoked Gouda Cheese Grits or Broccoli Pasta Salad for a full spread!