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This image shows the Sriracha Shrimp plated with a vibrant orange color and coated in spicy sauce, perfect for serving with tacos, wraps, or salads.

Sriracha Shrimp Recipe

These Spicy Sriracha Shrimp are bursting with flavor and just the right amount of heat! Whether you like them mild or fiery, they’re perfect for adding a spicy kick to tacos, wraps, salads, and more.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4
Calories 149 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Shrimp fresh or frozen/thawed
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • ½ tsp Garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp ground Cayenne pepper
  • ¼ tsp Salt
  • ⅛ tsp Black pepper
  • 1 tbsp Avocado oil or your favorite healthy oil
  • 2-4 tsp Sriracha chili sauce adjust to taste

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Shrimp: Clean and peel the shrimp, defrosting if necessary. Pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
    This image shows fresh shrimp being cleaned and peeled, removing the shells to prepare them for seasoning and cooking.
  • Season the Shrimp: In a bowl, mix the shrimp with paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, ensuring they are evenly coated.
    This image shows shrimp being evenly coated with a seasoning mixture of paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
  • Cook the Shrimp: Heat a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the avocado oil and let it heat up. Once hot, add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook each side for about 2 minutes or until the shrimp curl up and turn opaque. The cook time may vary slightly depending on the size of your shrimp and the heat setting.
    This image shows the seasoned shrimp being cooked in a hot skillet with avocado oil, turning opaque and curling up as they cook.
  • Add the Sriracha: Once the shrimp are cooked, add the Sriracha sauce. Start with a small amount and adjust to your preferred spice level. Toss the shrimp in the sauce until they are fully coated.
    This image shows cooked shrimp being tossed in spicy Sriracha sauce in a skillet, ensuring they are evenly coated with the sauce.
  • Serve Hot: Enjoy these spicy shrimp while they’re hot! They’re perfect for tacos, wraps, salads, or even on their own.
    This image shows spicy Sriracha shrimp served hot on a plate, garnished with fresh herbs, ready to be enjoyed.

Notes

  • Adjust the Heat: Start with 2 teaspoons of Sriracha and add more if you prefer a spicier kick. You can also reduce the cayenne pepper if you want a milder dish.
  • Cooking Time: Keep an eye on the shrimp as they cook quickly. Overcooking will make them tough, so remove them from the heat as soon as they turn opaque and curl.