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Honey Butter Old Bay Shrimp

A quick and delicious shrimp dish coated in a sweet honey butter sauce with a kick from Old Bay seasoning, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Quick Meal
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter Adds richness
  • 1/4 cup honey Provides sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning For that signature kick
  • Fresh lemon wedges For serving
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse your shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
  3. Once the butter has melted, stir in the honey and Old Bay seasoning until combined.
  4. Toss in the shrimp, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they turn pink.
  5. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the shrimp before serving.

Notes

Don’t worry if your sauce looks a little lumpy—it’s all part of the magic! Adjust the amount of honey and Old Bay according to your taste.