Bourbon and Honey Garlic Shrimp

I’m a fan of a meal that can be made in a matter of minutes but tastes like you spent hours on it. It’s the kitchen equivalent of being a superhero. Life is busy and hectic enough as it is, making dinner doesn’t need to be long drawn out process during the week. More challenging recipes on the weekend though? I’m all in!

This is a recipe so simple that you can make it on even the most hectic of weeknights. Swap in and out the marinade ingredients to your liking but be sure to keep a balance of sweet, savory and heat.

Not just for dinner, these flavorful bites would make the most amazing appetizer. You can prep everything ahead and toss the shrimp on the grill for a moment or two.

If you’re feeding a crowd, pair it with a flank steak for an easy and impressive surf and turf dinner.

Bourbon and Honey Garlic Shrimp

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Simple and delicious, this flavorful shrimp is the perfect weeknight dinner or party appetizer.

• Author: Kristen Olson
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 4 Servings 1x

Ingredients

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• 1 cup uncooked white rice
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons bourbon whiskey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic, finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined with tail on (fresh, or thawed if frozen)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley

Instructions

1. Cook rice according to package directions.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, bourbon, soy sauce, garlic, ginger and red pepper flakes until well blended.
3. In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with half of the marinade, saving the rest for later. Marinate the shrimp for 15 to 20 minutes.
4. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook 1 to 2 minutes on each side until the shrimp is pink and beginning to brown. Serve shrimp with cooked rice, parsley and remaining sauce.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 Serving
• Calories: 283
• Sugar: 18g
• Sodium: 675mg
• Fat: 5g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4g
• Carbohydrates: 34g
• Fiber: 0g
• Protein: 21g
• Cholesterol: 198mg

Do you have a favorite shrimp recipe?

Here are some more yummy shrimp dishes…
Lemongrass Grilled Shrimp from Rasa Malaysia
Shrimp in Thai Coconut Sauce from Foodie Crush
Big Easy Style Saucy Creole Shrimp from Half Baked Harvest

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