Honey Garlic Shrimp
A quick and easy honey garlic shrimp recipe that’s sweet, savory, and perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, sliced (separate white and green parts)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil (substitute avocado or neutral oil if you prefer)
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk the honey, soy sauce, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.
- Add the shrimp and toss gently to coat. Let them sit for about 15 minutes.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- Add the minced garlic and the white parts of the green onions; sauté for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Add the marinated shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 3–4 minutes total, flipping once.
- Spoon the sticky glaze over the shrimp to coat them.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with the green parts of the green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
For gluten-free, choose tamari. For a lower-sugar option, reduce the honey and add citrus to balance the flavor.
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