Description
Honey Garlic Shrimp is a mouthwatering dish that combines succulent shrimp with a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. This quick recipe transforms ordinary weeknight dinners into gourmet experiences, making it a favorite for busy cooks and dinner hosts alike. With its vibrant flavors and appealing presentation, this dish will leave your guests asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of oil. Add shrimp in a single layer.
- Cook for about 2 minutes until pink and opaque; flip to cook the other side.
- Pour the sauce over the shrimp, stir well to coat, and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg