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Close-up of curled grilled shrimp skewers with glossy honey glaze and green scallions. (Grilled Shrimp Recipe)

Grilled Shrimp Recipe with Honey Glaze and Charred Lemon

This Grilled Shrimp Recipe features jumbo shrimp with distinct char marks and a glossy honey glaze. Garnished with scallions and chili flakes, it's a 25-minute Pinterest-perfect dinner that balances sweet, smoky, and spicy flavors perfectly.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Seafood
  • 1.5 lbs (680g) Jumbo Shrimp Peeled and deveined, tail-on
  • 2 units Lemons Halved for grilling
Honey Glaze
  • 0.5 cup (120ml) Honey Clover or wildflower
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) Soy Sauce Low sodium preferred
  • 3 cloves Garlic Finely minced
  • 1 tsp (5ml) Apple Cider Vinegar To balance sweetness
Garnish
  • 0.25 cup (60ml) Scallions Finely chopped green parts
  • 1 tsp (5ml) Red Chili Flakes Adjust to heat preference

Equipment

  • 1 Grill Outdoor gas or charcoal grill
  • 8 Skewers Metal or soaked wooden skewers

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Thread 4-5 shrimp onto each skewer, piercing through the head and tail to secure.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, garlic, and vinegar. Simmer over low heat for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
Grilling
  1. Preheat grill to medium-high (400°F). Place skewers on oiled grates. Grill for 2-3 minutes until dark char marks appear.
  2. Flip the skewers and liberally brush the cooked side with the honey glaze. Grill for another 2 minutes. Place lemon halves cut-side down on the grill simultaneously.
  3. Remove shrimp and charred lemons from the grill. Arrange on a platter, sprinkle with scallions and chili flakes, and serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure the grill is fully preheated to get those distinct char marks.
If using wooden skewers, soak them for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.