Citrus Honey Shrimp Finished with Scarlet Citrus Fire
Quick-seared shrimp glazed lightly with honey and citrus, then finished with Scarlet Citrus Fire. Sweetness comes first. Heat and citrus arrive cleanly at the end.
Method
Pat the shrimp dry and season lightly with salt.
Heat a wide pan over medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes, until hot.
Add the oil and let it heat until shimmering.
Add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook 1½ to 2 minutes per side, until just opaque and lightly browned.
Lower the heat to medium-low. Add the honey and citrus juice.
Stir gently for 20 to 30 seconds, just until the shrimp are glossy and coated. Do not let the glaze boil.
Remove from heat and let rest in the pan for 1 minute.
Transfer to a serving dish and finish with a small pinch of Scarlet Citrus Fire.
Chef Notes
The shrimp taste sweet and rich first. The finishing salt interrupts that sweetness with citrus aroma and brief heat, keeping the dish lively instead of sticky.
Variation: Before cooking, stir 2 tablespoons olive oil with 1 teaspoon citrus juice and chill it in the refrigerator. After glazing the shrimp, drizzle lightly with the cold oil, then finish with Scarlet Citrus Fire. The contrast between cool oil and warm shrimp makes the citrus heat feel brighter and more precise.
