Description
A quick and flavorful 10-minute honey garlic shrimp recipe that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or appetizer. Tender shrimp are coated with a soy and cornstarch marinade, then stir-fried with garlic, ginger, honey, and optional chili flakes for a deliciously sweet and savory dish garnished with green onions.
Ingredients
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Shrimp Marinade
- 450g (1 lb) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Cooking Ingredients
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger paste or grated ginger
- 4 tbsp honey
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate Shrimp: In a medium bowl, combine the light soy sauce and cornstarch. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp and toss until evenly coated. Set aside to allow the shrimp to absorb the marinade; this ‘velveting’ method helps keep the shrimp tender during cooking.
- Prepare the Pan and Aromatics: Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for no longer than 30 seconds. This ensures the aromatics release their flavors without burning.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add the marinated shrimp to the pan in a single layer. Cook the shrimp for 1-2 minutes on each side until they turn pink and are cooked through, adjusting the time depending on their size for perfect tenderness.
- Add Honey and Chili Flakes: Pour the honey over the cooked shrimp along with the optional chili flakes if using. Toss everything together to coat the shrimp evenly with the glossy, flavorful sauce, then remove the pan from heat.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the sliced green onions over the shrimp as a fresh garnish. Serve immediately over steamed rice or as a tasty appetizer.
Notes
- The velveting technique with cornstarch and soy sauce helps keep shrimp juicy and tender during quick cooking.
- Adjust the chili flakes quantity to control the dish’s spiciness or omit for a milder flavor.
- Fresh garlic and ginger are key for authentic flavor; avoid pre-minced if possible.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed jasmine or basmati rice to soak up the sauce.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari or certified gluten-free soy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 113g)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg
