Description
This Garlic and Honey Shrimp recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, featuring tender shrimp cooked in a luscious honey garlic sauce with hints of ginger and lemon. It’s a quick, easy-to-make dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined (large or jumbo size recommended)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
Sauce
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
Garnish
- Sesame seeds (optional)
- Chopped green onions (for freshness)
Instructions
- Season the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Season them evenly with salt and black pepper according to your taste to enhance their natural flavors.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and red pepper flakes if you prefer a bit of heat. Set this mixture aside to meld the flavors.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil and unsalted butter together in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook them for 1-2 minutes on each side, until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.
- Simmer the Sauce: Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce into the same skillet. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes glossy.
- Coat the Shrimp: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss them gently to coat thoroughly in the honey garlic sauce. Let them cook for an additional minute to blend the flavors well, then remove the skillet from the heat.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the shrimp for added texture and freshness. Serve immediately, ideally with steamed rice or your favorite vegetables to complete the meal.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add a dash of chili sauce.
- Using low sodium soy sauce helps control the saltiness of the dish.
- Ensure shrimp are not overcooked to keep them tender and juicy.
- This dish pairs well with steamed jasmine rice or sautéed vegetables.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: Garlic Honey Shrimp, Sweet and Savory Shrimp, Easy Shrimp Recipe, Quick Dinner, Asian Shrimp Recipe
