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Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe

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  • Author: slsrecipes
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A quick and flavorful dish featuring tender shrimp cooked in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
  • Chopped green onions, for garnish
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger.
  2. Place the shrimp in a large bowl or ziplock bag and pour half of the marinade over it. Let it marinate for 15-30 minutes in the refrigerator. Reserve the remaining marinade.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Remove shrimp from marinade and cook in the skillet for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
  5. Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet and bring to a simmer. If thickening, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl and add to the skillet. Stir until the sauce thickens.
  6. Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh or frozen shrimp; just make sure to thaw properly before cooking.
  • You can substitute tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • Serve over rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg