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Crispy Honey Glazed Shrimp Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Crispy Honey Glazed Shrimp recipe features perfectly seasoned shrimp coated in a light cornstarch crust, pan-fried to golden crispiness, and then tossed in a luscious honey-soy glaze with hints of ginger and garlic. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a delicious and quick Asian-inspired main course that pairs wonderfully with rice or stir-fried vegetables, offering a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

Shrimp Seasoning and Coating

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined with tails removed
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ⅓ cup cornstarch

Glaze

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic

Optional Garnishes

  • Sliced green onions
  • Sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp completely dry using paper towels. Season evenly with kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika to enhance flavor. Then toss the shrimp with cornstarch until they are lightly and evenly coated, which will help create a crispy exterior when cooked.
  2. Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the shrimp in a single layer to ensure even cooking and fry each side for 2 to 3 minutes until they turn golden brown and get crispy. Once cooked, transfer them to a plate to rest.
  3. Make the Honey Glaze: In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced ginger, and garlic. Stir the mixture and let it simmer for 1 to 2 minutes until it thickens slightly into a glaze.
  4. Toss Shrimp in Glaze: Return the crispy shrimp to the skillet with the glaze and toss thoroughly to coat each piece evenly. Cook for an additional 1 minute to allow the shrimp to become glossy and heated through, absorbing the flavors of the glaze.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the shrimp to a serving dish. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired, then serve immediately over rice, quinoa, or stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Serve over rice, quinoa, or stir-fried vegetables to make it a complete meal.
  • For added heat, incorporate a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes into the glaze during cooking.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/crispy-honey-glazed-shrimp-recipe-3/