Grilled Sweet and Spicy Shrimp with Garlic Butter
Succulent shrimp marinated in a sweet and spicy glaze, grilled to perfection, and finished with a luscious garlic butter sauce. This seafood-inspired valentine’s day ready in about 30 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, honey, sriracha sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 12 pieces large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp sriracha sauce, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1/2 tsp salt. Add 12 large shrimp and toss to coat; marinate for 15 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread shrimp onto skewers and brush with 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Step 3: Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.
- Step 4: Meanwhile, melt 3 tbsp unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 6: Remove shrimp from skewers, drizzle with garlic butter sauce, sprinkle with 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Grilled Sweet and Spicy Shrimp with Garlic Butter take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Grilled Sweet and Spicy Shrimp with Garlic Butter?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep honey from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Sweet and Spicy Shrimp with Garlic Butter?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Grilled Sweet and Spicy Shrimp with Garlic Butter for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Grilled Sweet and Spicy Shrimp with Garlic Butter?
Seafood valentine’s day like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Shrimp turned out juicy and flavorful every time. My boyfriend couldn't stop eating them!
- ★★★★★
This was the perfect Valentine's dinner! The sweet and spicy balance was amazing.
- ★★★★☆
Cooked for my family and they loved it, but I had to grill longer than the recipe said.
