Description
This quick and flavorful Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe combines tender shrimp with a sweet and savory garlic honey sauce, perfect for a speedy weeknight dinner or a tasty appetizer. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s a delightful dish that pairs well with rice or can be served on its own as an irresistible starter.
Ingredients
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For the Shrimp
- 450g / 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp
Marinade
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Cooking and Sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger paste or grated ginger
- 4 tbsp honey
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Shrimp: In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce and cornstarch, then add the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Let it sit for a few minutes to velveting the shrimp, which keeps them tender during cooking.
- Cook Aromatics: Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking for no longer than 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Sear the Shrimp: Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side, depending on the size of the shrimp, until they turn pink and opaque.
- Add Honey and Chili Flakes: Pour in the honey and sprinkle chili flakes if using. Toss everything together to coat the shrimp evenly and cook for another 30 seconds to let the sauce thicken slightly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions. Serve immediately over steamed rice or as a delicious appetizer.
Notes
- Ensure the shrimp are peeled and deveined before cooking for the best texture and flavor.
- Adjust chili flakes according to your spice preference.
- For a thicker glaze, cook the sauce for an additional minute before serving.
- This dish can be prepared in just 10 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
- If serving as an appetizer, double the recipe for more servings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 113g)
- Calories: 256 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 1138 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 286 mg