Description
Whip up delicious Honey Garlic Shrimp, a quick, healthy, high-protein dinner! Succulent shrimp coated in a sticky, savory-sweet glaze, ready in minutes. Full instructions and nutrition info included.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on or off
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes (if using) until well combined and the cornstarch is dissolved. Set aside.
- Step 2: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp to the hot skillet in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until the shrimp just start to turn pink and opaque.
- Step 3: Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce directly over the shrimp in the skillet. Stir gently to coat all the shrimp evenly with the sauce.
- Step 4: Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and continue to cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp beautifully. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp, as they can become tough.
- Step 5: Remove the skillet from the heat and serve the honey garlic shrimp immediately. This dish pairs well with rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables.
Notes
- Store any leftover Honey Garlic Shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days to maintain freshness.
- When reheating, gently warm the shrimp in a skillet over low heat or briefly in the microwave, adding a tiny splash of water if the sauce seems too thick, to avoid overcooking and preserve tenderness.
- These delectable shrimp are fantastic served alongside fluffy jasmine rice or quinoa, perhaps with a side of blanched asparagus or sautéed bell peppers, and a sprinkle of fresh green onions or toasted sesame seeds for a finishing touch.
- To ensure your shrimp remain perfectly tender and the sauce achieves its ideal thickness, be diligent about not overcooking them; they only need a minute or two per side before being coated in the simmering sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 180g)
- Calories: 280
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 23g