Description
A quick and easy honey garlic shrimp recipe featuring a sticky, savory-sweet glaze that is perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
- 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
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth to create the marinade.
- Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat. Let them sit for about 15 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic and the white parts of the green onions, sautéing for about 1 minute.
- Add the marinated shrimp in a single layer and cook for 3–4 minutes, flipping once until cooked.
- Spoon the sticky glaze from the pan over the shrimp.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with the green parts of green onions and sesame seeds, and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve over rice, in lettuce cups, or in a grain bowl. Shrimp cook quickly; watch for opaque flesh and firm texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian