🍤 Crispy Honey Garlic Shrimp Skewers with Tangy Lime Dipping Sauce
🧂 Ingredients
For the Shrimp Skewers:
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1½ lbs (680g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp honey
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp fresh grated ginger
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½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
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Salt & pepper to taste
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½ cup cornstarch (for coating)
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2 tbsp neutral oil (vegetable, canola, etc.)
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Bamboo or metal skewers
For the Tangy Lime Dipping Sauce:
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¼ cup mayonnaise
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1 tbsp fresh lime juice
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1 tsp lime zest
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1 tsp honey or agave
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½ tsp sriracha (optional, for a kick)
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Pinch of salt
🔪 Instructions
1. Prep the Shrimp:
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In a bowl, combine shrimp with soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
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Marinate for at least 20–30 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the fridge).
2. Skewer and Coat:
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If using bamboo skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes.
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Thread 3–4 shrimp per skewer.
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Lightly dust shrimp in cornstarch just before cooking. Shake off excess.
3. Sear or Grill:
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Stovetop Method: Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook skewers 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
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Grill Method: Brush grill with oil. Grill skewers over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes per side, brushing with extra marinade in the first minute (discard leftover marinade afterward).
4. Make the Dipping Sauce:
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In a small bowl, whisk together mayo, lime juice, lime zest, honey, sriracha, and a pinch of salt.
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Chill until ready to serve.
🍽️ Serve With:
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Fresh cilantro or chopped scallions on top
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Extra lime wedges
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Steamed rice or salad on the side for a fuller meal
Would you like a gluten-free, baked, or air-fryer version of this recipe?
