Description
Honey Garlic Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of honey with the savory richness of garlic. In just 20 minutes, you can create a meal that dazzles your taste buds and impresses your guests. This recipe features succulent shrimp coated in a glossy honey-garlic sauce that’s perfect for drizzling over rice or noodles. Whether you’re preparing a weeknight dinner or hosting a gathering, this dish is versatile enough to adapt to any occasion. Complete your meal with colorful vegetables for added nutrition and visual appeal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and lemon juice.
- Add the shrimp to the marinade and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Cook the marinated shrimp in a single layer for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Pour any remaining marinade into the pan, simmer for an additional minute, then serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 165mg