Description

Honey Garlic Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish featuring juicy shrimp coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for a weeknight meal or impressive appetizer.

Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tbsp minced garlic
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)
Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger.
Place shrimp in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour half of the sauce over them. Marinate for 15-30 minutes in the fridge.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Remove shrimp from marinade (discard used marinade) and cook in the skillet for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
Pour in the remaining sauce and bring to a simmer. Optional: Add cornstarch slurry and stir until sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
Remove from heat, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Use fresh or frozen shrimp (thawed) for convenience.
Add vegetables like broccoli or snap peas for extra nutrition.