Description
Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the taste of the islands right to your kitchen. With succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also offers a delightful burst of tropical flavors. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this mouthwatering meal that’s perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. Serve it over rice or with fresh greens, and watch as it quickly becomes a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: Clean and devein shrimp, chop garlic and cilantro, and measure liquids.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add butter and olive oil until melted and frothy.
- Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
- Pour in pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), ginger, and lime juice. Stir well and simmer for another minute.
- Remove from heat, mix in cilantro, and garnish if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 170mg