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Honey Garlic Shrimp

Savor the Sweetness of Honey Garlic Shrimp Tonight

Experience the delightful taste of Honey Garlic Shrimp in this quick and easy recipe.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or frozen
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Honey Agave syrup can be used as alternative
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Minced Garlic Fresh preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Fresh Ginger Optional, or use ground ginger
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Or butter for a richer taste
For Thickness
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Arrowroot powder as gluten-free alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Water For slurry
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Sliced Green Onions Optional, can use cilantro or parsley
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional, chopped peanuts as substitute

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • medium bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and optional minced ginger until well combined. Reserve half of the sauce for later.
  2. Marinate the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the remaining marinade, ensuring each piece is coated. Cover and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Heat the Skillet: Heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Cook the Shrimp: Cook shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from skillet.
  5. Prepare the Sauce: Pour reserved marinade into the skillet and simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Thicken the Sauce: Mix cornstarch with water to create slurry, then add to sauce while stirring. Cook until thickened.
  7. Combine Shrimp and Sauce: Return shrimp to skillet and toss in thickened sauce, simmer for 1 minute.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, and serve over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 4servingsCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Avoid overcooking shrimp for optimal texture. Feel free to modify ingredients based on availability.

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