8 Honey Shrimp Recipes Full of Sweet and Savory Flavor
What's the secret ingredient in these absolutely irresistible shrimp dishes? Honey! The pantry staple isn't overpowering, but it adds subtle sweetness to the otherwise savory recipes. Whether you're looking for a delicious seafood dinner that's ready in under half an hour, an impressive appetizer that everyone at your table will love, or a sweet-yet-smoky main dish to make on the grill, you'll find a sweet and savory new favorite in this collection of our best honey shrimp recipes.
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Honey-Garlic Shrimp
"(This recipe) is the perfect balance of sweet and savory while still packing a substantial garlic punch, plus it's extremely fast and simple to make," according to Chef John, who suggests serving with rice or pasta.
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Honey Grilled Shrimp
Sweet honey balances out savory ingredients like Worcestershire sauce, garlic, black pepper, and Italian-style salad dressing. Recipe creator Kendra recommends serving on skewers with onions, peppers, and mushrooms.
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Air Fryer Sriracha-Honey Shrimp
Use your trusty air fryer to make this spicy and sweet recipe in just 11 minutes. Serve as an appetizer or with rice for a delicious dinner. Top with green onions.
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Honey Walnut Shrimp
Here's a quick and easy dinner that's on the table in just half an hour. Walnuts add crunch, while a mayonnaise-based sauce makes the recipe extra creamy.
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Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry
Make this simple stir-fried meal with just five easy-to-find ingredients: frozen vegetables, cooked shrimp, white wine, garlic, and honey.
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Honey Orange Firecracker Shrimp
Think you can handle the heat? Put your palate to the test with this spicy, citrus-packed shrimp recipe made with honey, garlic powder, orange zest, and cayenne pepper.
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Instant Pot Honey-Garlic Shrimp from Frozen
"Forget to thaw your shrimp? No problem," says recipe creator Soup Loving Nicole. "Let your multi-functional pressure cooker thaw and cook it for you." This easy recipe comes together in under 30 minutes.
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Honey-Garlic Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers
Honey- and garlic-marinated shrimp is paired with sweet pineapples and savory bell peppers in this fresh summertime recipe.
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Sweet and Spicy Grilled Shrimp
You only need three ingredients to make this recipe on the grill: shrimp, honey, and chile-garlic sauce. Recipe creator TheGodessGigi says the sauce also works well on bacon-wrapped shrimp.
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Szechwan Shrimp
This top-rated recipe has more than 2,000 rave reviews from happy Allrecipes users. The "spicy shrimp makes a simple, impressive dish, which I usually make for company," says reviewer FOODGU1.
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Summer Grilled Shrimp Salad
Sweet and smoky grilled shrimp pairs well with colorful summer vegetables and a simple cilantro vinaigrette.
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Honey Ginger Shrimp
It couldn't be easier to make this sweet and spicy shrimp dish with honey, ginger, shrimp, and garlic. The recipe calls for a whole tablespoon of crushed red pepper, but you can use more or less to taste.
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