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Flavorful Firecracker Shrimp Skewers Recipe Easy Sriracha Honey Glaze

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These firecracker shrimp skewers feature a sticky, sweet, and spicy sriracha honey glaze that is quick to prepare and perfect for grilling. A crowd-pleasing dish with bold flavors and a perfect balance of heat and sweetness.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen shrimp works best)
  • 8–10 wooden or metal skewers (soak wooden skewers in water 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free option)
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Instructions

  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Toss shrimp in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Let them sit while you prepare the glaze (about 5 minutes).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together sriracha sauce, honey, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and lime juice until smooth. Taste and adjust heat or sweetness if needed.
  3. Thread 4-5 shrimp onto each skewer, piercing through the thickest part to keep them secure. Try not to crowd them too tightly to allow even cooking.
  4. Heat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C). Oil the grates lightly to prevent sticking.
  5. Place skewers on the hot grill. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, brushing generously with the sriracha honey glaze after flipping. The shrimp should turn opaque and slightly charred on edges—this usually signals doneness. Avoid overcooking.
  6. Give the skewers one last brush with glaze off the heat. Serve immediately, garnished with lime wedges and fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley if desired.

Notes

Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Avoid overcooking shrimp to keep them tender. If glaze thickens too fast, reduce heat or remove skewers briefly between turns. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated gently.

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