Honey Garlic Shrimp Skewers (Printable)

Juicy grilled shrimp in honey garlic glaze.

# What You'll Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off as preferred)

→ Marinade

02 - 1/4 cup honey
03 - 3 tbsp soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
06 - 2 tbsp olive oil
07 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
08 - 1/4 tsp salt
09 - 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Garnish

10 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
11 - Lemon wedges (for serving)

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using).
02 - Add shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 15–30 minutes, but do not exceed 1 hour.
03 - If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning.
04 - Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers.
05 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
06 - Grill skewers for 2–4 minutes per side, or until shrimp are pink, opaque, and lightly charred at the edges.
07 - Transfer to a platter, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • This recipe is a perfect blend of sweet and savory that feels like a culinary hug.
  • It's incredibly quick, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or backyard gatherings with friends.
02 -
  • Be careful not to marinate shrimp for too long, as they can become tough if overexposed to the acidic ingredients.
  • For an extra flavor kick, reserve a little marinade before adding shrimp and use it to baste while grilling.
03 -
  • For added depth, try adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce to the marinade.
  • If you want to enhance the sweetness, consider drizzling a bit of honey over the shrimp right before serving.
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