Description
Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp is a flavorful dish that captures the essence of tropical cuisine right at your dinner table. This quick and easy recipe features succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce infused with pineapple juice, lime, and ginger, creating a delightful balance of savory and sweet flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp can be served over rice, tossed in tacos, or enjoyed as an appetizer. With its vibrant taste and enticing aroma, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
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
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by measuring and mincing the garlic and cilantro.
- Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted.
- Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant—avoid burning.
- Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer; season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Pour in pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), ground ginger, lime juice, and remaining butter; stir well. Simmer for another minute until slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 220mg