Description
Honey Garlic Shrimp is a quick and delicious dish that beautifully marries the sweetness of honey with the aromatic punch of garlic. This easy recipe features succulent shrimp coated in a glossy, flavorful sauce, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Serve over rice or zucchini noodles for a satisfying meal that will delight your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup raw honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prep the shrimp by thawing if frozen and patting dry.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the shrimp for about 2 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Pour the sauce over the shrimp and stir until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Plate the shrimp, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve with steamed rice or zoodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauteing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 190mg