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Flavorful Firecracker Grilled Shrimp Skewers Recipe Easy Honey Sriracha Glaze

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Juicy grilled shrimp skewers with a sweet and spicy honey sriracha glaze, perfect for quick and flavorful outdoor gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8–10 wooden or metal skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes if wooden)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional)
  • Chopped fresh cilantro or scallions (optional, for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Let rest for about 10 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, and grated ginger until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Thread 4-5 shrimp onto each skewer, piercing through both the tail and the thicker part to keep them secure.
  5. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C).
  6. Place skewers on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, brushing generously with the honey sriracha glaze as they cook. Total cooking time about 5-6 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque with char marks.
  7. Once off the grill, brush skewers with a final layer of glaze and sprinkle with chopped cilantro or scallions and sesame seeds if desired.
  8. Serve immediately for best flavor.

Notes

Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Do not overcook shrimp; cook until they curl into a loose ‘C’ shape and turn opaque. Brush glaze in layers while grilling to build a sticky caramelized coating. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. Can be broiled or cooked on stovetop grill pan if no outdoor grill is available.

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