1 - 1 1/2 lbspeeled and deveined shrimp(16 or 20 count per pound is optimal)
1/2tspkosher salt
1/2tspblack pepper
1/4tspchili powder
1/8tspcayenne pepper
SAUCE
1/3cuphoney
1 1/2Tbspsoy sauce(reduced sodium)
3 - 5clovesgarlicminced or grated
1tspsriracha sauce
1 - 2limesjuiced
Instructions
Heat skillet over MED HIGH heat. Add oil and butter. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, chili powder and cayenne.
Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer (you may need to cook the shrimp in batches, depending on the size of your skillet). Cook, 2 minutes per side, until pink and golden brown. Transfer cooked shrimp to a plate.
Reduce heat to MED. Whisk together sauce ingredients in a small bowl, then add to the hot skillet.
Stir and let cook a minute or so, until bubbling. Add shrimp back to pan and stir to coat.
Serve with lime wedges and minced cilantro if desired.
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Notes
If sauce isn't thickening to your liking, mix together 1 Tbsp of water and 2 tsp of cornstarch in a small bowl. Stir into sauce and whisk as it cooks. This will gently thicken the sauce.