Honey Garlic Shrimp is a quick, flavorful seafood dish that combines the sweetness of honey with the rich taste of garlic and soy sauce. It’s perfect for busy weeknights — ready in under 20 minutes! Serve it with rice, noodles, or veggies for a delicious meal that everyone will love.
Prep Time
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
Equipment
- Large skillet or wok
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula or tongs
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil (or butter)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (or lime juice)
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (optional garnish)
Ingredient Notes
- Shrimp: Use raw shrimp for the best texture — fresh or frozen (thawed).
- Honey: Adds sweetness and helps the sauce caramelize beautifully.
- Soy Sauce: Provides savory balance; use low sodium if preferred.
- Garlic: Freshly minced garlic gives the best flavor — don’t substitute with powder if possible.
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes.
- Set aside — this will be your flavorful honey garlic sauce.
Step 2: Cook the Shrimp
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp in a single layer, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.
Step 3: Make the Honey Garlic Sauce
- In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed and sauté garlic for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Pour in the prepared honey-soy mixture and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Let it cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened.
Step 4: Combine and Serve
- Return the shrimp to the pan and toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
- Cook for another 1 minute, until the shrimp are glazed and juicy.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 24g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 580mg
Tips and Variations
- Keto-Friendly Option: Replace honey with sugar-free honey substitute or monk fruit syrup.
- Add Veggies: Toss in broccoli, bell peppers, or snap peas for a full meal.
- Grilled Version: Marinate shrimp in the honey garlic sauce for 30 minutes and grill on skewers for 2–3 minutes per side.
- Serve With: Jasmine rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles for a complete dinner.
