Honey Garlic Shrimp
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Keyword: Honey Garlic Shrimp, Quick Shrimp Recipe, Shrimp Dinner, Shrimp Stir Fry
- 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
In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce and cornstarch. Add the shrimp and toss until evenly coated. Set aside.
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.
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.
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.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve the shrimp over rice or as an appetizer.
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.
Serving: 150g | Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 286mg | Sodium: 1138mg | Potassium: 139mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 97IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 175mg | Iron: 3mg