In a small bowl, combine the glaze ingredients and stir to mix. Set aside.
PREPARE THE SHRIMP:
In a 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat ½ tablespoon of oil over high heat until smoking. Meanwhile, toss the shrimp, salt, pepper and sugar in a medium bowl. Add half of the shrimp to the pan in a single layer and cook until spotty brown and the edges turn pink, about 1 minute. Remove the pan from heat. Using tongs, flip each shrimp and let stand until all but the center is opaque, about 30 seconds. Transfer the shrimp to a large plate. Repeat with the remaining ½ tablespoon of oil and the remaining shrimp.
After the second batch has stood off the heat, return the first batch to the skillet. Add the glaze mixture and toss until combined. Cover the skillet and let stand until the shrimp are cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve immediately.
Notes
Chipotles chiles in adobo sauce can be found (canned) in the Latin aisle of your supermarket or in specialty markets.
If you are preparing this recipe as GLUTEN FREE, the La Costena brand of chipotles in adobo is noted as being GF.