Description
This Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors with a crispy shrimp exterior and a luscious honey garlic sauce. Ready in just 17 minutes, this dish is quick to prepare and ideal for a delicious, satisfying meal served over rice or your favorite sides.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp Coating
- 2 lbs peeled and deveined shrimp, cleaned and patted dry
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- 1/4 cup corn starch
For Cooking
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp butter
Sauce
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
Optional Garnish
- Sliced green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: In a large bowl, whisk together the black pepper, garlic salt, and cornstarch until well combined. Add the cleaned shrimp and toss thoroughly to coat each shrimp evenly. This coating will help achieve a crispy texture when cooked.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the shrimp in a single layer without overcrowding the pan. Cook each side for 1-2 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and develop a slightly crispy exterior. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- Make the Honey Garlic Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add the butter. Allow it to melt completely before adding minced garlic. Sauté the garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Next, stir in honey and soy sauce, mixing well. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Combine Shrimp and Sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the thickened honey garlic sauce. Toss the shrimp well to coat evenly. Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes to thoroughly heat the shrimp and intensify the flavors.
- Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions if using, and serve the honey garlic shrimp hot, ideally over rice or with your preferred side dishes for a fulfilling meal.
Notes
- To avoid overcooking, watch the shrimp carefully as they cook quickly and can become rubbery if left too long.
- You can substitute soy sauce with tamari for a gluten-free option.
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce while cooking.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
