Description

This Honey Garlic Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy shrimp are coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, then pan-seared to perfection. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish pairs well with rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables.

Ingredients

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1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
1 tablespoon lemon juice or rice vinegar
2 tablespoons green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Sesame seeds, for garnish

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Instructions

Make the sauce – In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice. Set aside.
Marinate the shrimp – Add the shrimp to a bowl and pour half of the sauce over them. Let them marinate for about 10–15 minutes.
Cook the shrimp – Heat olive oil and butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 1–2 minutes per side, until they turn pink and opaque.
Add the sauce – Pour in the remaining sauce and let it simmer for another 1–2 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
Garnish & serve – Remove from heat, sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds, and serve immediately with rice or noodles.

Notes

Use fresh or frozen shrimp, but make sure they are thawed and patted dry before cooking.
Want it spicy? Add more red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha.
For extra thickness, mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water and stir it in while cooking the sauce.