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Want delicious shrimp in a hurry? This Honey Garlic Shrimp is ready in just 10 minutes. It’s a simple dish with a sweet, savory, and garlicky flavor. You can enjoy it any night of the week.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds medium or large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ cup honey
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 1 ½ tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
Notes:
- For gluten-free honey garlic shrimp, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
- Shrimp Selection: Choose larger shrimp (16-20 count per pound) for the best results. Fresh and frozen shrimp are both good options. Thaw frozen shrimp in the refrigerator overnight or in a bowl of cold water for 15 minutes. For sustainable seafood choices, consider using wild-caught shrimp.
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Instructions
1. Prepare the Shrimp:
- “Velveting” the shrimp: This technique makes the shrimp tender. In a bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Add the shrimp and toss to coat.
- Deveining: If your shrimp has not been deveined, you can do it easily. First, peel the shrimp. Then, make a shallow cut along the back of the shrimp to expose the vein. Use the tip of your knife to remove the vein.
- Dry the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. This helps them sear better.
2. Make the Honey Garlic Sauce:
- In a small bowl, combine the honey, remaining soy sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch. Whisk until smooth.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the sweetness, saltiness, or spiciness as you like.
3. Cook the Shrimp:
- Sear the Shrimp: Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. You will know the oil is hot enough when you see small wisps of smoke. Cook the shrimp in a single layer for 1 to 2 minutes per side, until they turn pink and opaque.
- Add the Sauce: Reduce the heat to medium. Pour the sauce into the skillet. Stir until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp.
4. Serve and Garnish:
- Serve the honey garlic shrimp over white rice.
- Other Serving Ideas:
- Stir-Fry: Add your favorite vegetables to the skillet after cooking the shrimp.
- Wraps: Wrap the shrimp in butter lettuce leaves with bean sprouts and sliced green onions for a fresh and low-carb option.
- Bowls: Combine the shrimp with rice or grains, cooked greens like bok choy or broccoli, and top with sliced green onions.
- Garnish: Add a sprinkle of sliced green onions, sesame seeds, or chopped cilantro for extra flavor and visual appeal.
Honey Garlic Shrimp
Description
Honey Garlic Shrimp is a sweet and savory dish featuring juicy shrimp glazed with a sticky, flavorful sauce made of honey, garlic, and soy sauce. It’s a quick recipe perfect for busy weeknights and pairs well with rice, noodles, or vegetables.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Marinate the Shrimp 🦐
In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Add the shrimp and let it marinate for 10 minutes in the refrigerator. - Heat the Pan 🔥
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. - Cook the Shrimp
Remove the shrimp from the marinade (save the marinade for later). Sauté the shrimp in the skillet for about 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. - Add the Marinade 🥣
Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens into a glaze. - Toss and Coat
Toss the shrimp in the sauce to ensure they are evenly coated. - Garnish and Serve 🌱
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- -Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
-You can add veggies like broccoli, bell peppers, or snap peas for extra nutrition.
-Adjust the sweetness or saltiness of the sauce by tweaking the honey and soy sauce ratio.
Tips and Troubleshooting
- Preventing Rubbery Shrimp: Shrimp cooks quickly. Overcooked shrimp becomes rubbery. Cook shrimp for only 1-2 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque.
- Sauce Consistency: To thicken the sauce, add a mixture of cornstarch and water (1 tablespoon cornstarch to 2 tablespoons water) to the skillet. To thin the sauce, add a little water or broth.
- Burning Garlic: To prevent the garlic from burning, cook it for no longer than 30 seconds.
- Too Sweet or Salty: Adjust the honey or soy sauce to your liking. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice to balance the sweetness.
Conclusion
This Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe is quick, easy, and full of flavor. With a few simple ingredients and 10 minutes, you can enjoy a delicious and satisfying meal. Try it tonight and let me know what you think!