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Honey Garlic Shrimp

Quick 10-Minute Honey Garlic Shrimp That Will Wow You

A quick and easy recipe for Honey Garlic Shrimp that delivers a delightful flavor, perfect for hectic weeknights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce light soy sauce preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch for velveting the shrimp
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil for frying
For the Flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger, freshly grated or ginger paste
  • 3 tablespoons Honey for sticky glaze
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes optional, adjust to taste
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions, sliced for garnish

Equipment

  • Frying pan
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce and cornstarch to create a thick slurry. Add shrimp and toss to coat. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil. Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add shrimp to the hot pan in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
  4. Drizzle honey over shrimp and sprinkle with chili flakes. Toss to coat and cook for 1-2 minutes until caramelized.
  5. Remove from heat, garnish with green onions, and serve immediately over rice or as a starter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Patted dry shrimp for better sear and avoid overcooking. Prepare all ingredients before starting for a smooth process.

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