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Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Chinese
  • Diet: Halal

Description

This quick and flavorful 10 Minute Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe combines succulent shrimp with a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Velveting the shrimp in a soy sauce and cornstarch mixture ensures tender, juicy results. Sautéed with fresh garlic, ginger, and a touch of chili flakes, this dish is perfect served over rice or as a delicious appetizer.

Ingredients

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Shrimp Marinade

  • 450g / 1lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch

Shrimp Cooking

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger paste or grated ginger

Sauce and Garnish

  • 4 tbsp honey
  • 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
  • 2 green onions, sliced for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the shrimp: In a medium bowl, combine the light soy sauce and cornstarch. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the mixture and toss well to coat. Set aside to marinate and allow the cornstarch to form a protective coating around the shrimp, a method known as ‘velveting’ in Chinese cooking.
  2. Sauté garlic and ginger: Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger paste, cooking for no longer than 30 seconds to release their aroma without burning.
  3. Cook the shrimp: Add the marinated shrimp to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side depending on their size, until they turn pink and are just cooked through. Be careful not to overcook to avoid a rubbery texture.
  4. Add honey and chili flakes: Pour in the honey and sprinkle the chili flakes if using. Toss the shrimp gently in the sauce to coat evenly and then remove from heat.
  5. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle sliced green onions over the shrimp as a fresh garnish. Serve the honey garlic shrimp hot over steamed rice or as a flavorful starter for your meal.

Notes

  • Prepare and have all ingredients ready before cooking, as stir-frying happens quickly.
  • Pat shrimp dry before coating to help the velveting process work effectively, ensuring tender meat.
  • Velveting protects shrimp from drying out and gives a tender texture, similar to Chinese restaurant techniques.
  • Using fresh garlic and ginger adds the best flavor to the dish.
  • Do not overcook shrimp – cooking times are short to maintain succulent texture.
  • Argentine red shrimp or large prawns work wonderfully for this recipe but regular shrimp can be used as well.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approx. 113g shrimp with sauce)
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 23g
  • Cholesterol: 145mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/honey-garlic-shrimp-stir-fry-recipe-2/