Description
Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp is a vibrant, flavorful dish that encapsulates the spirit of tropical cuisine. This quick and easy recipe features succulent shrimp sautéed in a luscious garlic butter sauce, accented with sweet pineapple juice and a hint of ginger. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this dish transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering experience. Serve it over rice or with fresh salad for a delightful meal that transports your taste buds to Hawaii. Impress your family and friends with this delectable seafood dish that’s not only delicious but also healthy, making it an excellent option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and prepare the shrimp by peeling and deveining them.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; add olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter until melted.
- Sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer; cook for 2-3 minutes until pink, then flip to cook the other side.
- Mix pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), ginger, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl; pour over shrimp.
- Simmer for another 2-3 minutes until shrimp are cooked through; stir in remaining butter until melted.
- Remove from heat and garnish with cilantro before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg