Buttery Honey Garlic Shrimp
Buttery Honey Garlic Shrimp is a fast, flavorful dish with tender shrimp in a sweet, garlicky butter sauce—ready in 20 minutes, perfect for busy nights.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice optional, for brightness
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat completely dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear.
- Whisk honey, soy sauce, and lemon juice (if using) in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Place shrimp in a single layer. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Don’t overcook.
- Pour in the sauce, stir to coat. Add red pepper flakes if desired. Simmer 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat. Top with fresh parsley and serve hot.