Description
Whipping up 20 Minute Honey Garlic Shrimp takes barely any time at all, making it perfect for your weeknight dinner rush. Succulent shrimp get glazed in a sweet-savory sauce that delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort, ensuring your family enjoys a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb large shrimp
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Sauce Ingredients:
- ¼ cup honey
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Supporting Ingredients:
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish Ingredients:
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Rinse 1 pound (454 grams) of large shrimp under cool water. Pat each shrimp completely dry using paper towels, ensuring no excess moisture remains.
- Sprinkle ¼ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper evenly across the shrimp, creating a light seasoning layer.
- Whisk together ¼ cup honey, 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, 4 minced garlic cloves, and ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes in a small mixing bowl.
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, reaching 375°F (190°C).
- Place seasoned shrimp in a single layer across the hot skillet. Cook for exactly 2 minutes without moving them.
- Flip each shrimp and cook an additional 1-2 minutes until they transform into a bright pink color with opaque centers.
- Transfer cooked shrimp to a clean plate, keeping them warm.
- Reduce skillet heat to medium and pour prepared sauce into the pan. Simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly until sauce thickens slightly.
- Return shrimp to the skillet, gently tossing to coat each piece completely with honey garlic sauce.
- Heat everything together for another 1-2 minutes at 350°F (175°C), ensuring shrimp are thoroughly warmed.
- Plate your shrimp over steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for added texture.
Notes
- Dry shrimp thoroughly to ensure a crisp, golden sear that locks in maximum flavor and prevents steaming.
- Use fresh garlic for the most vibrant taste, and mince it finely to distribute the flavor evenly throughout the sauce.
- Keep cooking time short to prevent rubbery shrimp, watching carefully as they turn pink and opaque quickly.
- Customize the heat level by adjusting red pepper flakes or swapping for sriracha if your palate craves more spice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7-9 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 171 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 325 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg