Description
Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp is a deliciously vibrant dish that brings the flavors of Hawaii to your table in just 30 minutes. This quick recipe features succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfectly balanced with the sweetness of fresh pineapple juice and a tangy hint of lime. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this dish not only tantalizes the taste buds but also impresses with its stunning presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup fresh pineapple juice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients to streamline your cooking process.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt butter with olive oil.
- Sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant (do not brown).
- Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Pour in pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), and lime juice; stir well.
- Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly; season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 210mg