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Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp with a Sweet Twist

Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp with a Sweet Twist You'll Love

This vibrant Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp with a Sweet Twist combines succulent shrimp with a delicious pineapple-honey glaze, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp fresh or fully thawed frozen
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for searing shrimp
  • ¼ cup Soy Sauce for umami richness
  • ¼ cup Honey can substitute with maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar depth of sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar for acidity
  • ¼ cup Pineapple Juice fresh adds tropical flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional for heat
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
For Additional Flavor
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger grated
  • 1 cup Pineapple chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil for drizzle at the end
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice freshly squeezed
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup Cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, pineapple juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Sear the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat and add garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the prepared sauce mixture and stir to combine, letting it meld with garlic and ginger.
  5. Simmer the sauce for 1-2 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  6. Return the seared shrimp to the skillet and toss gently in the sauce for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Stir in the chopped pineapple and cook for another minute.
  8. Drizzle sesame oil over the shrimp and stir to combine.
  9. Just before serving, mix in lime juice and cilantro.
  10. Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with green onions, and serve while hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh shrimp, and be careful not to overcook the garlic. This dish pairs well with rice or grilled veggies.

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