Name: Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 lb raw shrimp (21-25 or 26-30 size, peeled and deveined, thawed); 1 tsp garlic (minced); 1 tsp ginger (minced); 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium recommended); 1/4 cup honey; 2 teaspoons vegetable oil; 1 green onion (minced – optional, for garnish)

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Introduction

Honey Garlic Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish that combines sweet honey with savory garlic and ginger for a delicious glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe delivers tender shrimp coated in a sticky, tasty sauce.

A white plate holds a close-up view of several shiny, orange-brown glazed shrimp arranged in a loose pile, each shrimp showing a slight char and a curved shape with tails intact. On top of some shrimp are small green slices of scallion adding a fresh contrast. In the background, bright green broccoli florets peek out, behind a bed of small, white textured grains or couscous that form the base layer beneath the shrimp. The dish sits on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 lb raw shrimp (21-25 or 26-30 size, peeled and deveined, thawed)
2 teaspoons vegetable oil

1 tsp garlic (minced)
1 tsp ginger (minced)

1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
1/4 cup honey

1 green onion (minced – optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Thaw the shrimp under running water if necessary. Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and honey.

Step 3: Place the shrimp and half of the marinade into a resealable plastic bag or medium bowl. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes and up to one hour. Refrigerate if marinating longer than 10 minutes.
Step 4: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil when hot, then arrange shrimp in a single layer. Pour in the remaining marinade.
Step 5: Sauté the shrimp for 1-2 minutes, then flip each one using kitchen tongs. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the shrimp are pink outside and opaque inside.

Step 6: The sauce should thicken and start to coat the shrimp. If it hasn’t thickened enough, remove the shrimp to a plate and allow the sauce to boil down further.
Step 7: Once the shrimp are fully glazed, remove from heat. Garnish with minced green onions if desired and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

Use low sodium soy sauce to control the saltiness of the dish.

For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
Serve over steamed rice or noodles to make it a complete meal.
If fresh ginger isn’t available, substitute with 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger.

Storage

Store leftover shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat to avoid overcooking. This dish is best enjoyed fresh as shrimp can become rubbery when reheated repeatedly.

How to Serve

The dish shows several large, shiny, orange-brown glazed shrimps piled on top of each other, each shrimp curled with a slightly charred texture. Small round green slices of scallion garnished on the shrimps add a fresh pop of color. Underneath the shrimp layer, there is a cream-colored grain, likely rice or couscous, visible in some spots. Surrounding the shrimp and grains, bright green broccoli florets create a fresh, textured border around the edges. All of this is presented on a white plate set against a white marbled background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen shrimp for this recipe?

Yes, just make sure to thaw the shrimp completely and pat them dry before marinating to ensure the sauce sticks well.

How do I know when the shrimp are cooked?

The shrimp are done when they turn pink on the outside and the flesh becomes opaque. This usually takes 3-4 minutes total over medium-high heat.