Honey Garlic Shrimp
Honey Garlic Shrimp is a quick and delectable dish that combines succulent shrimp with a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or unexpected guests, this one-pan meal is ready in under 30 minutes, making it as convenient as it is impressive. Delight in the vibrant flavors and aromas that will have everyone at your table raving about your culinary skills!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp by rinsing under cold water and patting dry.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and cornstarch mixture until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer; cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Pour the prepared sauce over cooked shrimp, stirring to coat evenly while it bubbles.
- Allow the sauce to simmer for another minute until slightly thickened.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 175mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the shrimp in honey and garlic for up to 30 minutes before cooking. You can substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu and add vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for extra texture.