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Honey Garlic Shrimp

This honey garlic shrimp dish is a quick and comforting weeknight meal, combining sweet honey and savory soy sauce for a delicious flavor that the whole family will enjoy.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Ensure shrimp is thawed and patted dry before cooking.
  • 1/4 cup honey Can reduce for a lower-sugar option.
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce For gluten-free, substitute with tamari or coconut aminos.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • Steamed rice or vegetables, for serving Pairs beautifully with the dish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Cook shrimp until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  2. Pour honey garlic sauce over shrimp and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens.
  3. Serve the shrimp over steamed rice or with your favorite vegetables.

Notes

To enhance the flavor, consider adding rice vinegar or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.