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Bourbon Glazed Party Shrimp

Close-up of glossy, glazed Bourbon shrimp garnished with fresh parsley in a white square bowl.
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Make this quick bourbon shrimp appetizer for your next gathering. It features a sweet and smoky honey bourbon glaze perfect for a sophisticated party.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup bourbon
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the bourbon, honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes to the skillet.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook, stirring often, for 3 to 4 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly. This creates your honey bourbon glaze.
  5. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Toss gently to coat the shrimp completely in the glaze. Cook for 1 more minute until the shrimp is heated through.
  6. Remove from heat. Transfer the bourbon shrimp to a serving platter and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately as a party shrimp appetizer.

Notes

  • For a Kentucky BBQ shrimp flavor, use a slightly smokier bourbon.
  • You can prepare the glaze ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat gently before adding the shrimp.
  • If you are serving a crowd, you can easily double this recipe and cook the shrimp in batches to prevent overcrowding the pan.

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