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    Published: Feb 4, 2020 · Modified: Feb 26, 2021 by Denise Browning · "This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission." · 16 Comments

    Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet Recipe (5-Ingredient)

    Gluten FreeDairy FreeLow Carb

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    This my go-to, 5-ingredient shrimp recipe for Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet. It's dinner made easy in only 15 minutes. Plus, it's mess-free because it uses only one pan. It's also gluten-free, dairy-free, low carb, and pescatarian! It is as delish as our shrimp in coconut sauce!

    A skillet filled with shrimp and lime wedges

    Don’t you just love a good, mess-free 5-INGREDIENT MEAL, especially after a long day of work?

    This Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe is all that and more. It is ready in only 15 minutes and is made with staple ingredients such as butter, garlic, honey, soy sauce and shrimp… using one single skillet.

    You may serve with rice, noodles, bread, tortillas, or a steamed veggie, making a complete meal.

    It is an easy peasy dish that has A TON of flavor without the hassle.

    5 Ingredients for Honey Garlic Shrimp

    • Unsalted Butter -- Although you cna use salted butter, I prefer unsalted because you cna control better the amount of salt. Remember we are already adding soy sauce which has a high amount fo sodium. 
    • Garlic Cloves -- if you don't have garlic at home, you may use shallots instead or even onions although the flavor won't be the same.
    • Soy Sauce -- for a gluten-free recipe, make sure to use the type that is gluten free. If you use one that it is low sodium, you may need to add a dash of salt to this recipe. 
    • Honey -- if you don't have it at home, you may replace with real maple syrup. For a ket recipe, use a keto honey. 
    • Shrimp -- this is our main ingredient! If you are making this dish to serve as an appetizer, leave the tail on. But if you are serving them as a main dish for dinner, leave the tail off. 

    How to Make Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp (4 Quick Steps)

    photo collage showing 3 steps to prepare butter shrimp recipe

    1. MELT BUTTER: Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of the butter and let it melt (SEE PIC. 1).
    2. MAKE THE SAUCE: Add garlic, soy sauce, and honey, swirling the pan every now and then until sauce has slightly thickened, about 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl.
    3. COOK SHRIMP: Add half of the shrimp, cook for about 2 minutes (SEE PIC. 2), flip them, and cook for more 1-2 minutes or until they turn pink and curl into a C-shape (SEE PIC. 3). Transfer garlic butter shrimp to a plate. Melt the other half of the butter and cook remaining shrimp until cooked through. Add the other cooked shrimp back to the pan and stir in sauce until combined.
    4. GARNISH: If you wish, squeeze the juice of one juicy lemon on top and sprinkle chopped green onions and/or sesame seeds on top. Serve garlic shrimp right away!

    close up imahe of garlic butter shrimp being held by a hand

     

    Shrimp Tails On or Off?

    It depends on what course you are serving this dish. If you are serving it as an appetizer, it makes more sense to leave the tail on so everyone can grab the shrimp by the tail easily. It will function like a handle! But if you are serving our honey garlic shrimp as a main dish, it is better to remove the tail. It will be much easier to eat with a fork over a pasta, sticky rice, cauliflower rice, grits, creamy polenta, and so on.

    SHRIMP FAQ’S

    How do I prepare and cook frozen shrimp?

    1. Thaw shrimp in the fridge overnight (either in the package or in a covered bowl).
    2. Place thawed shrimp in a colander and rinse under cold water.
    3. Pull off the legs, then pull back the shells in order to remove them, and also take off the tail if the recipe calls for it.
    4. Cut down the back of the shrimp and remove the black vein by sliding the tip of a pairing knife or toothpick underneath and then pulling it out.
    5. Rinse once again and pat dry the shrimp.
    6. Cook according to the recipe instructions. If raw, it can take from 2-4 minutes, depending on the size of the shrimp, or cook until they turn pink and curl into a C-shape, just like our honey shrimp recipe.

    How do you cook fresh shrimp?

    1. First, soak the shrimp in salt water for 10-15 minutes to revive their freshness.
    2. Then clean the shrimp by pulling off the legs, the shells, and their tail if needed.
    3. Cut down the back of the shrimp and remove the black vein.
    4. Rinse in a colander under cold running water and pat dry.
    5. Follow the recipe cooking directions. If raw, it can take from 2-4 minutes, depending on the size of the shrimp, or cook until they turn pink and curl into a C-shape, just like this garlic butter shrimp.

    garlic butter shrimp in a skillet with wegges of lime

    Should you rinse cooked shrimp?

    Only rinse cooked shrimp if you wish to. Most of the cooked shrimp that is sold frozen or refrigerated comes deveined, with the shell on or off. The purpose of rinsing shrimp is to  remove any loose shell or gunk from the inside of the shrimp.

    How long does it take to cook shrimp in the oven at 350°F?

    It takes longer to cook shrimp in the oven than on the stovetop because the oven is a source of indirect heat. In a preheated 350°F oven, it takes about 6-8 minutes for shrimp to cook, depending on the size of the shrimp, or cook just until the shrimp turns pink and curls into a C-shape. In contrast, on the stovetop shrimp usually takes 2-4 minutes to cook over medium heat, depending on the size.

    How do you know when shrimp is done?

    When cooked properly, the white and grayish exterior turns pink, with a reddish color of the tails and a C shape, like in our butter shrimp recipe. When shrimp is undercooked, it has more of a straight or open shape. But when it is overcooked, it curls into a tight O and turns rubbery.

    Do you season shrimp before or after cooking?

    If you are marinating the shrimp before cooking, you are already seasoning or infusing flavor in it. But if you are cooking it straight, you should season with at least salt and pepper before cooking in oil and/or butter, and then adjust the seasoning after cooking. The heat will help the seasonings to penetrate and flavor the shrimp while cooking.

    butter shrimp in a skillet with lime and green onions on the side

    Is shrimp healthy? 

    Shrimp is a rich source of lean protein, is high in several vitamins and minerals, and is a rich source of protein. Because it contains omega-3 fatty acids and the antioxidant astaxanthin, it may also be good for  heart and brain health. Shrimp can also help lower bad cholesterol and has less than 1 gram of carbs in 16 ounces . That means it’s great for a keto and low carb diet, and it is also gluten-free, dairy-free, Whole30, and Paleo.

    Why did my Honey Garlic Shrimp turn out rubbery?

    Shrimp only turns out rubbery when overcooked. It is undercooked when straight, properly cooked when curled into a C-shape like our garlic butter shrimp, and overcooked when twisted into an O-shape.

    Is there a low carb/keto substitute for honey?

    For this honey garlic butter shrimp recipe, you may substitute sugar-free maple syrup or sugar-free honey substitute for honey. For other low carb recipes, you may use monkey fruit,  stevia, yacon syrup, erythritol, and xylitol. 

    What Goes Well with this Shrimp Skillet Recipe?

    Here are some dishes that pair well with this shrimp skillet:

    • Pasta, noodles, or zoodles
    • Vegetables (such as asparagus, broccoli, and green beans)
    • Quinoa Pilaf Salad
    • Vegan Raw Salad
    • Sticky Rice or Cauliflower Rice
    • Fall Salad

    How to Store and Reheat Garlic Butter Shrimp

    Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze the shrimp for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge and then reheat over low heat just until hot. Shrimp does not reheat well in the microwave.

    More Shrimp Recipes to Try:

    • Shrimp Nachos
    • Brazilian Shrimp Stew
    • Shrimp Bobo
    • Shrimp Coconut Fried Rice
    • Creamy Shrimp Scampi
    • Shrimp Gratin
    • Shrimp Scampi Pasta
    • Texas Caviar Recipe (with shrimp and avocado)
    • Shrimp Fajitas
    • Shrimp Street Tacos
    • Cajun Dirty Rice

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    Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet Recipe

    A go-to, 5-ingredient shrimp recipe for Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet. It is dinner made easy, ready in only 15 minutes, and also is mess-free because it uses only one pan. Plus, it's gluten-free, dairy-free, and pescatarian! Serve this shrimp recipe either as an appetizer or a main dish.

    Course:Main Course
    Cuisine:American
    Keywords:butter shrimp recipe, garlic butter shrimp, garlic shrimp recipe, honey shrimp recipe, shrimp recipes
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 15 minutes
    Servings 4
    Calories347 kcal
    Author Denise Browning
    Cost $ 2.50 per person

    Equipment

    • skillet

    Ingredients

    • 4 tablespoon unsalted butter
    • 4 garlic cloves minced
    • 4 tablespoon honey FOR KETO/LOW CARB: Use sugar-free maple syrup or sugar-free honey substitute

    • 3 tablespoon soy sauce Use a gluten-free one to make this meal GF.
    • 1 ½ pounds jumbo shrimp deveined, sheff off, and tail on or off (thawed)

    Instructions

    • MELT BUTTER: Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of the butter and let it melt.
    • MAKE THE SAUCE: Add garlic, soy sauce, and honey, swirling the pan every now and then until sauce has slightly thickened, about 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl. If you enjoy spicy food, stir in ⅛ teaspoon of red pepper flakes or a few drops of hot sauce to the sauce.
    • COOK SHRIMP: Add half of the shrimp, cook for about 2 minute, flip them, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes or until they turn pink and curl into a C-shape. Transfer to a plate. Melt the other half of the butter and cook remaining shrimp until cooked through. Add the other cooked shrimp back to the pan and stir in sauce until combined.
    • GARNISH: If you’d like to, squeeze the juice of 1 juicy lime on top and sprinkle 1-2 tablespoon chopped green onions and/or 1-2 teaspoon sesame seeds on top. Serve Garlic Butter Shrimp right away!

    Recipe Video

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    Recipe Notes

    • NET CARBS: 18 (If using a sugar-free maple syrup, net carb decreases to 7 g only, and calories per portion to 308)
    • WW FREESTYLE SMART POINTS: 11 ( (If using a sugar-free maple syrup, it would be 9 points)
    • RECIPE COST PER PERSON: U$ 2.50
    • If you'd like to serve garlic butter shrimp as an appetizer, leave the tail on to work like a handle. But if you are serving as a main dish, it's be better to remove the tail to make it easy to eat. 
    • SUGGESTED SIDES: rice, cauliflower rice, noodles, pasta, steamed veggies, bread, or tortillas. 
    • STORAGE: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze the shrimp for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge and then reheat over low heat just until hot.  Shrimp does not reheat well in the microwave.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 347kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 459mg | Sodium: 2079mg | Potassium: 188mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 258mg | Iron: 4mg

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    Please note that health-focused and diet information provided on easyanddelish.com is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice, nor is it intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. Consult with your doctor or other qualified health professional prior to initiating any significant change in your diet or exercise regimen, or for any other issue necessitating medical advice.

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    1. Heidi | The Frugal Girls says

      February 04, 2020 at 3:13 pm

      Oh my goodness... this looks AMAZING! What a delicious way to change up the flavors of a shrimp dinner!

      Reply
    2. 2pots2cook says

      February 06, 2020 at 6:33 am

      5 stars
      Simple and beautiful ! Sharing with the world dear ! xo

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        February 10, 2020 at 2:49 pm

        Thank you spo muc. I am so glad you enjoyed my honey garlic butter shrimp. Have a marvelous week!

        Reply
    3. Karen (BackRoad Journal) says

      February 09, 2020 at 5:43 pm

      Those shrimp look lip smacking good!

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      • Denise Browning says

        February 10, 2020 at 2:51 pm

        Thank you Karen! This garlic butter shrimp was a hit among my family.

        Reply
    4. Johnna says

      August 27, 2020 at 6:02 pm

      This was spectacular!!!! I

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      • Denise Browning says

        August 28, 2020 at 10:12 am

        Hi Johnna! I am glad that you enjoyed our garlic butter shrimp. It is easy to make and quite delicious.

        Reply
    5. Nancy says

      September 01, 2020 at 5:19 am

      This was delicious! i am not good cook ,but shirmp is came well.

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        September 02, 2020 at 6:50 pm

        Hi Nancy! I am so glad to hear you enjoyed our garlic butter shrimp recipe. It is truly delicious and so easy to prepare.

        Reply
    6. Dennis Yannakos says

      November 25, 2020 at 7:35 am

      5 stars
      Not too many ingredients but the taste is flavorful!

      Reply
    7. Chef Mimi says

      February 25, 2021 at 12:44 pm

      Fabulous! I love these ingredients! I don’t need fast recipes, but I’m certainly not against them!

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        February 26, 2021 at 9:19 am

        Thank you! This honey garlic butter shrimp makes a quick appetizer or main dish for many occasions. It is one of our favorite recipes on Pinterest.

        Reply

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