Description
This Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp recipe offers a flavorful blend of sweet and savory with succulent shrimp cooked in a tangy pineapple-infused sauce. Perfectly balanced with garlic, ginger, and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes, it’s a quick and delightful dish ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Aromatics
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
Sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon pineapple juice
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Finishing Touches
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh pineapple, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, pineapple juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the sugars dissolve and the sauce is uniform.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic and Ginger: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and grated fresh ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned to release their flavors.
- Simmer the Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the skillet with garlic and ginger. Allow it to simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally until it slightly thickens.
- Add Shrimp Back: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss them thoroughly to coat in the sauce. Let them simmer together for another minute to absorb the flavors.
- Add Pineapple: Stir in the chopped fresh pineapple and cook for an additional minute to warm the fruit and meld its sweetness into the sauce.
- Finish with Lime and Cilantro: Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro to brighten the flavors and add freshness.
- Garnish and Serve: Plate the shrimp and sauce, garnishing with sliced green onions for a mild oniony crunch and vibrant color. Serve immediately for best taste.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase the red pepper flakes or add a dash of sriracha sauce.
- Use fresh pineapple for the best natural sweetness; canned pineapple juice can be substituted if fresh is unavailable.
- This dish pairs well with steamed jasmine rice or a light salad for a complete meal.
- To save time, you can prepare the sauce ahead and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
- If you prefer a gluten-free version, substitute tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce alternative.
