Ingredients
– 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 3 tablespoons honey
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
– 1 tablespoon water (if using cornstarch)
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating 10 Minute Honey Garlic Shrimp is a breeze if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prep the Ingredients: Start by peeling and deveining the shrimp. Mince the garlic and have the rest of the ingredients ready.
2. Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Stir well, and set aside. If using cornstarch for thickening, mix it with water to form a slurry.
3. Heat the Pan: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
4. Cook the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
5. Add the Sauce: Pour the honey garlic mixture over the shrimp. If you are using cornstarch, add that mixture as well. Stir well to coat the shrimp.
6. Simmer: Reduce the heat and allow the sauce to simmer for about 1-2 minutes until it thickens slightly.
7. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
This quick and easy method ensures that you have an incredible meal in mere minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 24g