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Flavorful Firecracker Shrimp Skewers Recipe Easy Spicy Sweet Chili Honey Glaze

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These firecracker shrimp skewers feature a sticky, tangy, and spicy sweet chili honey glaze that delivers bold, memorable flavor in about 25 minutes. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Wooden or metal skewers (soaked if wooden)
  • 1/4 cup (80g) honey
  • 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Chopped fresh cilantro or green onions (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined. Toss them in 2 tablespoons olive oil, then season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Set aside.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup honey, 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger, 1 teaspoon rice vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
  3. Thread the shrimp onto soaked wooden or metal skewers, about 6 to 8 shrimp per skewer, keeping them snug but not squished.
  4. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates or pan to prevent sticking.
  5. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side. After flipping, brush generously with the spicy sweet chili honey glaze. Repeat brushing once more on the last turn. Cook until shrimp are opaque and firm with a caramelized glaze.
  6. Remove skewers from grill and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped cilantro or green onions if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning. Brush glaze gradually in layers while grilling to build a sticky coating. Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubbery texture. The glaze can be made up to 2 days ahead and refrigerated to deepen flavors. If grilling is unavailable, broil or pan-sear the shrimp, brushing with glaze during cooking.

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