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Honey Garlic Shrimp

This honey garlic shrimp recipe combines tender, pink shrimp coated in a glossy, sticky glaze of sweet honey and fragrant garlic. The dish is quickly cooked in a hot skillet, resulting in a tender texture with a caramelized, slightly smoky finish and vibrant aromatics. Perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp, deveined and peeled tails on or off as preferred
  • 2 tablespoons oil vegetable or canola
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced fresh
  • 2 tablespoons honey thick, good quality
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce low-sodium preferred
  • 2 green onions green onions, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Spatula
  • Small bowl
  • Measuring spoon

Method
 

  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and hot.
  2. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the hot skillet. Cook for about 2 minutes, until the edges start to turn pink and a slight golden crust forms.
  3. Flip the shrimp and cook for another 1-2 minutes until they are fully pink and opaque. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the same skillet, sizzling for about 30 seconds until fragrant and slightly golden—be careful not to burn it.
  5. Pour in the honey and soy sauce, stirring quickly to combine. Let the mixture bubble for about 1 minute, allowing it to thicken into a glossy glaze.
  6. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss gently to coat them evenly in the honey garlic glaze. Cook for another 30 seconds, letting the sauce cling to the shrimp.
  7. Transfer the shrimp to a serving plate and sprinkle with chopped green onions for a fresh, vibrant finish. Serve immediately while the glaze is sticky and fragrant.