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Grilled Honey Garlic Shrimp

Grilled Honey Garlic Shrimp combines the succulent sweetness of honey with the rich depth of garlic, creating a flavor explosion that’ll have your taste buds dancing.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Marination Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Mix olive oil, honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
  • Toss shrimp in the marinade to coat well.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  • Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers, about 4-5 shrimp per skewer.
  • Sprinkle shrimp with salt and pepper.
  • Grill for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink with grill marks.
  • In the last minute, brush shrimp with leftover marinade.
  • Remove from grill and sprinkle chopped parsley.

Notes

Tips and Techniques
  • Stick to 30 minutes for marination.
  • Ensure the grill is hot for a nice sear.
  • Glaze shrimp after grilling for extra flavor.
Serving
  • Serve over cooked quinoa, rice, or a fresh salad.
  • Drizzle with the remaining marinade for more flavor.
Variations
  • Swap lemon juice for lime or orange juice.
  • Add chopped herbs like thyme or rosemary.
  • Increase red pepper flakes for more heat.
  • Use teriyaki sauce instead of soy sauce.
  • Replace honey with maple syrup for cozy sweetness.