Hot Honey Garlic Shrimp

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is lower in calories, while corn syrup is more economical.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken breast is lower in fat, while tofu is a budget-friendly protein alternative.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is a cost-effective option.

habanero peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeño peppers

💰Cheaper: banana peppers

Jalapeños provide heat with fewer calories, while banana peppers are milder and cheaper.

Coat shrimp lightly with extra virgin olive oil.

Add soy sauce to the shrimp.

Add 1 teaspoon of fish sauce to the shrimp.

Incorporate a few tablespoons of Habanero hot honey into the mixture.

Add fresh ginger, 1 habanero pepper, and plenty of garlic to the shrimp.

Mix all ingredients thoroughly.

Season with salt and pepper, keeping in mind the saltiness of the soy and fish sauces.

Mix everything one last time and let it marinate in the fridge for 20 to 60 minutes.

Heat a cast iron pan until scalding hot.

Sear the shrimp in the pan one at a time for about 2 minutes.

Flip the shrimp after 2 minutes to check for color.

Add more of the marinade to the shrimp after flipping.

Cook the shrimp for an additional 1 minute after flipping.

Ensure not to overcrowd the pan for proper caramelization.

Give the shrimp one last flip to coat them in the sauce and turn off the heat.

Cooking Techniques

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