Honey Butter Old Bay Shrimp (Printer-Friendly Version)
Large shrimp cooked in honey butter with Old Bay and garlic, finished with fresh parsley for a bright touch.
# Ingredients Needed:
→ Seafood
01 -
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Sauce
02 -
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
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2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Garnish
06 -
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 -
Pat shrimp dry thoroughly with paper towels and lightly season with 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning to start layering flavor.
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Melt unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in honey and minced garlic, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant without burning garlic.
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Add shrimp in a single layer without crowding the pan. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and develop a caramelized glaze in the honey butter sauce.
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Remove skillet from heat, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley, and serve immediately with rice, pasta, or crusty bread to soak up sauce.
# Helpful Hints:
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To prevent shrimp from becoming rubbery, cook quickly over medium heat until just opaque. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure caramelization, not steaming.