Description
Wild West Shrimp is a vibrant, flavorful dish that transports you to the heart of Texas with every bite. Featuring succulent shrimp coated in a spicy, tangy marinade, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners. Impress your guests with its bold flavors and stunning presentation that guarantees satisfaction and requests for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well.
- Add shrimp to the marinade and let it soak for 15-30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated shrimp in a single layer and sauté for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Transfer shrimp to plates and drizzle with any leftover marinade.
- Serve immediately with sides like grilled veggies or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg