Description
Discover the joy of cooking with this 20 Minute Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe, perfect for busy weeknights. This quick and flavorful dish combines succulent shrimp with a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, making it an irresistible meal option for families and seafood lovers alike. Whether served over brown rice, mixed greens, or alongside roasted vegetables, this dish is both versatile and satisfying. With its healthy ingredients and easy preparation, you can indulge in a gourmet experience at home without sacrificing time.
Ingredients
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- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Optional: 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
- 1 lb medium uncooked shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- Optional garnish: chopped green onion
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger (if using). Reserve half for later.
- Place shrimp in a sealable bag or container and pour half of the marinade over them. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated shrimp (discard used marinade). Cook for about 45 seconds until pink; flip and pour in remaining marinade. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fully cooked.
- Serve immediately, garnished with green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 170mg