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Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe | 15-Minute Sweet & Savory Dinner

Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe

Yield: 2lb

A sweet-savory 20-minute shrimp dish with a sticky honey garlic glaze that has become a weeknight staple for busy households. The combination of sweet honey, savory garlic, and tender shrimp creates a dish that feels indulgent yet comes together in minutes. This recipe's popularity stems from its perfect balance of flavors and incredible versatility - it pairs equally well with rice, noodles, or vegetables. The quick cooking time makes it ideal for busy weeknights, while the impressive flavor profile makes it suitable for entertaining. The glaze caramelizes beautifully on the shrimp, creating a professional-quality dish that requires minimal culinary skill.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water

Sauce

  • ½ cup honey
  • ⅓ cup soy sauce
  • 2–3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar

Instructions

  1. Pat shrimp completely dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, lime juice, and ginger.
  3. In another small bowl, make a slurry by mixing cornstarch with water.
  4. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink but not fully cooked. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  5. Reduce heat to medium and pour sauce into the skillet. Simmer for 1 minute, then whisk in cornstarch slurry.
  6. Cook sauce for 2-3 minutes until thickened and glossy. Return shrimp to skillet and toss to coat.
  7. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until shrimp are fully cooked. Garnish with cilantro and sesame seeds

!For Sauce

  • .Mix the ingredients in a blow
  • In a small saucepan, heat 1 teaspoon of oil (neutral or sesame) over medium heat. Add the minced garlic (and ginger, if using) and sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant. Avoid browning to prevent bitterness.
  • Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Whisk in the cornstarch slurry and continue stirring until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.

Notes

  • For spiciness, add 1 tsp red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce
  • Use tamari instead of soy sauce for gluten-free version
  • Fresh ginger provides better flavor than powdered
  • Don't overcrowd the shrimp in the pan to ensure proper browning
  • The sauce can be doubled for extra saucy shrimp
  • Serve over rice, quinoa, or zucchini noodles
  • Frozen shrimp work well - thaw completely and pat very dry
  • To get a Get a better tasting Sweetness use a high quality natural Honey.

Nutrition Information:

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 220Total Fat: 5gCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 24g

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