Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 tablespoon lime juice
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1 lb big shrimp, deveined and peeled
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3 tablespoons butter (unsalted)
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4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon ground ginger
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1/4 cup cilantro, freshly chopped
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1/2 cup pineapple juice (use fresh if you can)
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Salt and pepper as needed
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 tablespoon honey or use brown sugar instead
→ Garnish
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A few pineapple chunks (optional)
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Extra cilantro sprigs (optional)
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Lime slices (optional)
# Instructions:
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Use paper towels to pat the shrimp dry. This ensures even cooking and a good, crispy sear.
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Put a big pan on medium heat. Pour in the olive oil and follow it with the butter. Let the butter melt fully as you swirl the pan to coat it.
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Toss in the minced garlic and stir it for 1-2 minutes. When it smells great and just begins to darken—you're good! Don't let it burn.
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Add pineapple juice, honey (or brown sugar), soy sauce, and ginger to the pan. Give everything a good mix and let it bubble on low for 2-3 minutes so the sauce thickens.
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Drizzle the lime juice into the pan and add some salt and pepper. Stir well and feel free to tweak the seasoning to your liking.
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Place the shrimp in the pan, spacing them out in one layer. Let them cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, turning pink and firm. Take them off as soon as they're done to keep them tender.
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After the shrimp is cooked, toss it through the sauce until coated nicely. Sprinkle cilantro all over, then toss again. For extra flair, toss in pineapple chunks and some lime wedges.
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Dish it up immediately. It goes great with rice, noodles, or even a light salad.
# Notes:
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This dish draws inspiration from the garlic shrimp you'd find at roadside spots on Hawaii's North Shore.
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To get the best outcome, pick fresh, big shrimp whenever possible.
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Choose fresh pineapple juice if you can—it makes a difference. But canned will work if that's what you have.
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The tangy sauce pairs really well with plain rice or can even work as a chicken marinade.