Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe, a perfect blend of sweet and savory that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish features succulent shrimp coated in a luscious honey garlic sauce, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special gatherings.
Ingredients
- Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- Fresh minced garlic
- Honey
- Low-sodium soy sauce
- Sesame oil
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, combine minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, and sesame oil; mix until well combined.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon of oil.
- Cook shrimp for about 2 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Pour the sauce over the shrimp and simmer for an additional 2 minutes, stirring gently to coat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onions.
Notes
For added spice, consider mixing in red pepper flakes.
Substitute honey with maple syrup for a different flavor profile.
Pair with steamed broccoli or fluffy rice to soak up all the delicious sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: For added spice, include red pepper flakes in the sauce. Substitute honey with maple syrup for a unique flavor twist. Pair with steamed broccoli or rice to absorb the tasty sauce.