Honey Garlic Shrimp

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3 dashes cayenne pepper
• 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 12 oz. shrimp (shelled and deveined, tail on)
• 1 tablespoon salted butter
• 1 teaspoon chopped parsley

Steps

1. 1

   Mix the honey, lemon juice, salt, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Stir to combine well.

2. 2

   Heat a skillet (preferably cast iron) and add the olive oil. Sauté the garlic, then add the shrimp. Use a spatula to toss the shrimp in the skillet, then stir in the honey mixture. Continue to cook the shrimp until they are nicely caramelized.

3. 3

   Add the butter and stir to blend it well with the shrimp. Add the chopped parsley, turn off the heat, and serve immediately.