Description
Experience the magic of honey and garlic in this 20-Minute Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe. Juicy shrimp are coated in a sweet-savory glaze that’s perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. With minimal effort, you can impress your family and friends with this quick, delicious dish that pairs beautifully with rice or salads. Enjoy the delightful aroma and taste that will make you feel like a culinary superstar!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the shrimp in a single layer; cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Pour the honey-garlic mixture over the shrimp; let it bubble for an additional 2 minutes until coated.
- Sprinkle sliced green onions on top and serve immediately over rice or enjoy directly from the skillet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 195mg