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Spicy Sriracha Shrimp
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of honey
- 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Cooked rice or noodles (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of sriracha sauce, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, and 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes. Set aside.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp is pink and opaque.
- Pour the sriracha sauce mixture over the cooked shrimp and toss to coat. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.
- Serve the spicy sriracha shrimp over cooked rice or noodles, if desired. Enjoy!
Spicy Sriracha Shrimp is a popular dish that originated in Southeast Asia, known for its bold flavors and fiery kick. This dish has a rich history, with its roots in the coastal regions of Thailand and Vietnam, where fresh seafood is abundant. Renowned chefs like David Thompson and Luke Nguyen have popularized this dish in their restaurants, infusing it with their own unique twists. The key to a perfect Spicy Sriracha Shrimp lies in the balance of flavors - the heat from the Sriracha, the sweetness of honey, and the tanginess of lime juice. For the best version of this dish, head to authentic Thai or Vietnamese restaurants where skilled chefs prepare it with traditional techniques. The most important elements to get right are the freshness of the shrimp and the boldness of the Sriracha sauce. For a famous alternative method, consider grilling the shrimp on skewers for a smoky flavor that complements the spicy sauce.
25 min
4
250 calories
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