A Hands-Off Way to Sear Shrimp: Garlicky Broiled Shrimp

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Extra Large Shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails left on; untreated if possible)
• 0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt (helps draw out moisture; skip if using pre‑treated shrimp)
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted; provides richness and helps browning)
• 1 tablespoon Honey (adds a subtle sweetness and aids caramelization)
• 6 cloves Garlic (grated using a rasp‑style grater)
• 0.5 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (adds a gentle heat; optional)
• 1 Lemon (fresh juice added just before serving)

Instructions

1. Peel and Devein Shrimp

   Using deveining scissors, cut along the back of each shrimp and pull out the vein. Keep the tails on for a handy handle.

   Time: PT10M

2. Salt the Shrimp

   Place the shrimp in a bowl, sprinkle ½ teaspoon kosher salt, toss to coat, and let sit for 15–30 minutes to draw out moisture.

   Time: PT20M

3. Dry the Shrimp

   Spread the shrimp on a paper‑towel‑lined plate and pat gently with additional paper towels to remove excess liquid.

   Time: PT5M

4. Prepare Garlic‑Honey Butter Sauce

   Combine 4 tbsp unsalted butter and 1 tbsp honey in a microwave‑safe bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave 30–60 seconds until melted. Let cool a minute, then stir in 6 grated garlic cloves and ½ tsp red pepper flakes. Allow the mixture to sit for about 5 minutes.

   Time: PT6M

5. Coat Shrimp in Sauce

   Return the dried shrimp to the bowl and toss until each piece is evenly coated with the garlic‑honey butter.

   Time: PT2M

6. Preheat Broiler and Prepare Pan

   Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. Preheat the oven’s broiler and position the rack about 4 inches below the broiler element.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Broil

7. Arrange Shrimp for Broiling

   Spread the coated shrimp in a single layer on the wire rack, leaving a little space between each piece.

   Time: PT3M

8. Broil Shrimp

   Broil the shrimp for 3–5 minutes, until they turn pink, lightly char at the edges, and are cooked through.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Broil

9. Finish and Serve

   Remove the shrimp from the oven, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top, and serve immediately.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

190

Protein

27g

Carbohydrates

3g

Fat

8g

Fiber

0g