Description
Succulent honey garlic shrimp elevates weeknight dinners with its irresistible blend of sweet and savory flavors. Minimal ingredients and quick preparation make this dish a reliable choice for home cooks seeking delicious results.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound raw shrimp (sizes 21–25 or 26-30, peeled, deveined, and thawed)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp minced ginger
- 1 green onion (minced, optional)
Instructions
- Quickly thaw frozen shrimp under cold water, then thoroughly dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring optimal marinade absorption and cooking performance.
- Create a harmonious marinade by whisking together minced garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and honey in a mixing bowl until completely integrated.
- Submerge shrimp in the prepared marinade, either in a sealed plastic bag or bowl, coating thoroughly. Let it rest for 10-60 minutes, refrigerating if marinating beyond 10 minutes to preserve freshness.
- Preheat a large nonstick skillet to medium-high heat, adding vegetable oil. Carefully arrange marinated shrimp in a single layer to promote even cooking and achieve a perfect sear.
- Cook shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side until they transform to a vibrant pink and become opaquely cooked. Simultaneously, monitor the sauce as it simmers and begins to reduce.
- When the sauce reaches a glossy, thick consistency that elegantly coats the shrimp, remove from heat. Optional: Sprinkle freshly chopped green onions for an aromatic garnish.
- Immediately plate the honey garlic shrimp, ensuring each piece is lavishly glazed. Complement with steamed rice or noodles for a complete, flavor-packed dining experience.
Notes
- Watch shrimp carefully during sautéing, as they can quickly become rubbery and tough if cooked beyond 2-3 minutes.
- Marinate shrimp at room temperature for more intense taste, but never longer than one hour to prevent seafood breakdown.
- Swap regular soy sauce with tamari for gluten-free version or use coconut aminos for a soy-free alternative that maintains similar umami profile.
- If sauce doesn’t thicken, create a cornstarch slurry by mixing 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water, then stir into the pan to help achieve desired glaze consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (or 60 minutes)
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 168 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 414 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg