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Bourbon Shrimp

HB-2754 · Hand-built original · American, Asian, Asian American

Bourbon Shrimp — the dish itself.
Served with its “pairs well with” suggestions: garlic bread, rice, grits, lemon wedges, col slaw.

Sweet-savory bourbon shrimp with a glossy, caramelized sauce, inspired by the chicken version you love.

American, Asian, Asian AmericanAppetizer, Dinner, entree, Main Course, main dish50 minServes 6154 kcalDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: shrimp

Pairs well with: garlic bread, rice, grits, lemon wedges, col slaw

Servings:6quantities adjust to match

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup bourbon
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Sliced green onions, for garnish

Method

  1. Whisk the bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic together. Pour half over the shrimp and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes; reserve the rest.
  2. Drain the shrimp and pat dry, discarding the used marinade.
  3. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the shrimp for 2 minutes per side, until pink, then remove to a plate.
  4. Pour the reserved sauce into the skillet and bring to a simmer.
  5. Stir the cornstarch and water into a slurry, whisk it into the sauce, and simmer 1 minute, until glossy and thickened.
  6. Return the shrimp and toss for 1 minute to coat and heat through.
  7. Garnish with green onions and serve over rice if you like.

Prep: 10 min · Cook: 10 min · Total: 50 min

Nutrition (per serving, where published)

154 kcalCalories
17 gProtein
12 gCarbs
1 gFat
0.2 gFibre
9 gSugars
1410 mgSodium
143 mgCholesterol
1 servingServing

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