Drea's Spicy Orange Shrimp

Brighten up your dinner table with "Drea's Spicy Orange Shrimp," a quick and flavorful dish that strikes the perfect balance between sweet, tangy, and spicy. Succulent shrimp are seared to perfection and coated in a glossy orange sauce made from freshly squeezed orange juice, zesty citrus peel, and a kick of sriracha. Infused with garlic, ginger, and a touch of honey for depth, this vibrant dish is ready in just 25 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or an impressive dinner party entrée. Garnished with green onions and optional sesame seeds, this recipe pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying meal bursting with Asian-inspired flavors. Perfect for those seeking bold, tangy shrimp recipes with a spicy twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water, cold
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 stalks green onions, chopped
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, honey, sriracha, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set aside.

Step 3

In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.

Step 5

Once hot, add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and just cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

Lower the heat to medium and pour the prepared orange sauce into the skillet. Allow it to come to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Stir the cornstarch mixture into the sauce and cook for 1–2 minutes until it thickens slightly.

Step 8

Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce. Cook for an additional 1–2 minutes until heated through.

Step 9

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(902.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1030.3

Total Fat 31.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 857.3mg	0%
Sodium 2913.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g	0%
Total Sugars 56.6g
Protein 115.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 435.0mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 1998.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.1%

Protein: 43.8%

Carbs: 29.2%