Honey Garlic Shrimp
A quick and delightful honey garlic shrimp dish featuring tender shrimp coated in a sticky, sweet and savory sauce made with honey, garlic, and soy sauce, ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
For the shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp (21/25 count), peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the honey garlic sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey—use good quality if you can
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced—fresh makes all the difference
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 lime Juice of half a lime—optional but recommended
For serving
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
- Steamed jasmine rice
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat your shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper. Mince your garlic and mix honey and soy sauce together in a small bowl.
Searing the Shrimp
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes on one side until starting to turn pink, then flip and cook another minute.
- Transfer shrimp to a plate and set aside.
Building the Sauce
- In the same skillet, add butter over medium heat. Once melted, add minced garlic and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the honey-soy sauce mixture and let it bubble for about a minute until slightly thickened.
Combining
- Return shrimp to the pan and toss everything together, ensuring each piece is coated in the sauce. Cook for another minute until shrimp are fully cooked.
- Squeeze in lime juice, toss again, then remove from heat.
Serving
- Transfer to a serving dish, scatter green onions and sesame seeds on top, and serve over steamed rice.
Notes
For best results, dry shrimp before cooking to achieve a good sear. Fresh garlic is recommended for a brighter flavor. Don't overcook shrimp to avoid rubberiness. Extra sauce can be made for drizzling over rice.