Description
20 Minute Honey Garlic Shrimp is a perfect solution for busy weeknights, delivering a delightful dish that’s both quick and flavorful. This easy recipe features succulent shrimp coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce that takes just 20 minutes from start to finish. It pairs wonderfully with brown rice or steamed vegetables, making it a versatile meal option that the whole family will adore. Whether you’re hosting guests or simply enjoying a casual dinner at home, this shrimp dish promises to impress with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lb medium uncooked shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- Optional: minced fresh ginger, green onion for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger (if using) to create the marinade.
- Place shrimp in a sealable container or bag, pour half of the marinade over them, and shake to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated shrimp (discard used marinade) and cook until pink (about 45 seconds per side).
- Pour reserved marinade into the skillet with cooked shrimp and simmer until heated through (1-2 minutes).
- Serve over brown rice or vegetables; garnish with green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 220mg