Description
Experience takeout-quality flavor right from your own kitchen with this incredibly easy Honey Garlic Shrimp! Tender, succulent shrimp are tossed in a luscious and glossy glaze that perfectly balances sweet and savory notes. Ready in under 25 minutes, this simple stir-fry uses just a handful of pantry staples, making it the ultimate quick and delicious weeknight meal that will make you feel like a kitchen hero.
Ingredients
1 lb raw shrimp (21–25 count), peeled and deveined
2 tsp vegetable oil
1 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp minced ginger
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
1 green onion, minced (for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and minced ginger until the honey is fully dissolved and the sauce is well combined. Set it aside.
Cook the Shrimp
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, just until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the cooked shrimp from the skillet and set them on a plate.
Combine and Glaze
Pour the prepared sauce into the hot skillet. Let it bubble and simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally as it thickens into a beautiful, glossy glaze. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss gently to coat every piece completely in the sauce. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh minced green onion.
Notes
Dry Shrimp is Key
For the best sear, pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels before cooking. This prevents them from steaming and helps them brown nicely.
Don’t Overcook
Watch the shrimp closely! They are perfectly done when they curl into a gentle “C” shape. If they tighten into an “O” shape, they are overcooked and will be tough.
Gluten-Free Variation
To make this recipe gluten-free, simply substitute the low-sodium soy sauce with an equal amount of tamari or coconut aminos.
Serving Suggestion
This dish is fantastic served over fluffy white rice, quinoa, or noodles to soak up all the delicious sauce. For a low-carb option, pair it with steamed broccoli or cauliflower rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx 1/4 of the recipe)
- Calories: 305 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 655 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg
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