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Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe A 15-Minute Weeknight Delight

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250
This quick and flavorful honey garlic shrimp is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner, coming together in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined

Cooking fats

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter

Seasonings

  • to taste Salt and black pepper

Sauce

  • 1 3/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp tsp freshly grated ginger (optional)
  • 1 tsp tsp cornstarch mixed with water

Instructions 

  • Whisk honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl; set aside.
  • Mix cornstarch and water to make a slurry.
  • Pat shrimp dry, season with salt and pepper, then cook in oil and butter until pink, 1-2 minutes per side.
  • Reduce heat, pour sauce over shrimp, simmer, then add slurry and cook until thickened, 1-2 minutes.

Notes

Serve immediately over rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: shrimp