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Honey garlic shrimp served on a bed of white rice, garnished with chopped green onions.

Honey Garlic Shrimp

A quick and savory shrimp dish with a perfect balance of sweet and garlicky flavors!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 256
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 450 g / 1lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce for marinating the shrimp
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch for coating the shrimp
  • 2 tablespoon vegetable oil for cooking
  • 3-4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger paste or freshly grated ginger
  • 4 tablespoon honey adds sweetness
  • ¼ teaspoon chili flakes optional, for added spice
  • 2 green onions sliced, for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce and cornstarch. Add the shrimp and toss until evenly coated. Set aside.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the minced garlic and ginger paste. Cook for no more than 30 seconds, stirring frequently.
  3. Add the shrimp to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp turns pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook.
  4. Pour in the honey and sprinkle in the chili flakes (if using). Toss the shrimp to evenly coat in the honey sauce. Remove the pan from the heat.
  5. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve the shrimp over rice or as an appetizer.

Nutrition

Serving: 150gCalories: 256kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 24gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 286mgSodium: 1138mgPotassium: 139mgFiber: 1gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 97IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 175mgIron: 3mg

Notes

A flavorful, fast recipe that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or as a starter. Serve over rice or with your favorite vegetable side for a complete meal.

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