Description
Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp is a delectable seafood dish that takes you on a culinary journey to the islands with every bite. This quick and easy recipe features plump shrimp sautéed in a luscious garlic butter sauce, enhanced by sweet pineapple juice and zesty lime. Ideal for both casual family dinners and festive gatherings, it’s a vibrant dish that seafood lovers will adore. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up this tropical delight that pairs wonderfully with rice, pasta, or even as tacos. Dive into this flavorful experience and impress your guests with your cooking skills!
Ingredients
- 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 the cooking process.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat; add olive oil and butter until melted.
- Sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Add shrimp; cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Pour in pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), ground ginger, and lime juice; stir to combine.
- 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: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 170mg