Spicy Honey Garlic Shrimp

Succulent shrimp tossed in a sweet, spicy, and garlicky glaze—quick to prepare and bursting with flavor. Perfect served over rice or noodles for a vibrant dinner.

This recipe is a favorite for busy weeknights when I want something flavorful without a lot of fuss. The shrimp always turn out juicy and coated perfectly with the glaze.

Ingredients

• Shrimp: 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp peeled and deveined
• Shrimp: 1 tbsp cornstarch
• Shrimp: 1/2 tsp salt
• Shrimp: 1/4 tsp black pepper
• Sauce: 1/4 cup honey
• Sauce: 3 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
• Sauce: 2 tbsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce
• Sauce: 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• Sauce: 4 cloves garlic minced
• Sauce: 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
• Cooking & Garnish: 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• Cooking & Garnish: 2 green onions thinly sliced
• Cooking & Garnish: 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
• Cooking & Garnish: Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Step 1:

In a bowl toss shrimp with cornstarch salt and pepper until evenly coated.

Step 2:

In a small bowl whisk together honey soy sauce sriracha rice vinegar garlic and ginger. Set aside.

Step 3:

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 1 2 minutes per side until just opaque.

Step 4:

Pour sauce into the skillet toss shrimp to coat. Cook for 1 2 minutes stirring frequently until sauce thickens and shrimp are cooked through.

Step 5:

Remove from heat. Garnish with green onions sesame seeds and lime wedges. Serve immediately.

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This dish always brings the family together for a quick and delicious meal shared with smiles and seconds.

Required Tools

Large skillet mixing bowls whisk tongs or spatula

Allergen Information

Contains shellfish (shrimp) and soy. Sesame seeds may trigger allergies. Double-check all packaged ingredients for allergen traces if sensitive.

Nutritional Information

Calories 245 Total Fat 8 g Carbohydrates 23 g Protein 22 g per serving

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This vibrant dish makes a perfect weeknight dinner that’s easy to prepare and sure to please everyone at the table.

Common Questions

→ How do I prevent shrimp from sticking to the skillet?

Ensure your skillet is well-heated and use enough oil to create a non-stick surface before adding shrimp. Avoid overcrowding the pan for even cooking.

→ Can I adjust the spiciness of the glaze?

Yes, reduce or increase the sriracha or chili garlic sauce according to your preferred spice level without compromising flavor balance.

→ What can I serve this shrimp dish with?

This shrimp pairs beautifully with steamed jasmine rice, rice noodles, or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.

→ Is there a way to make this dish dairy-free?

Absolutely, this preparation is naturally dairy-free by using vegetable oil and soy sauce in the sauce.

→ Can I substitute shrimp with a plant-based ingredient?

Yes, swap shrimp with tofu and use maple syrup instead of honey to create a vegan-friendly version with similar sweet and spicy notes.