HONEY GARLIC SHRIMP
Honey Garlic Shrimp are sweet, savory, and tender, cooked in a sticky honey-garlic sauce. Perfect for quick dinners, weeknight meals, or served over rice or noodles.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Prepare Shrimp:
- Season shrimp with salt and black pepper.
Cook Shrimp:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink. Remove shrimp and set aside.
Make Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant. Add honey, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Combine:
- Return shrimp to the skillet and toss in the sauce until coated.
Serve:
- Serve warm over rice, noodles, or with steamed vegetables.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Shrimp can be peeled and seasoned in advance.
- Variations: Add ginger or sesame seeds for extra flavor.
- Serving Tip: Serve immediately to enjoy the sticky honey garlic sauce at its best.