Description
A quick and flavorful Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in a sweet and savory garlic honey sauce, perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner or a special meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Sauce
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
For Cooking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
For Serving (Optional)
- Sliced green onion
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Season the Shrimp: Pat shrimp dry with a paper towel and season evenly with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor and ensure even cooking.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together minced garlic, low sodium soy sauce, honey, fresh lemon juice, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes if using. Set the mixture aside for later use.
- Heat the Skillet: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and heat the olive oil until shimmering to prepare for cooking the shrimp.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer, cooking for 1-2 minutes per side until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Simmer the Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the same skillet. Bring it to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens nicely.
- Add Butter to Sauce: Stir in the butter until melted and smooth, enriching the sauce with a silky texture and richer flavor.
- Toss Shrimp in Sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss them thoroughly in the sauce to coat evenly.
- Heat Through: Cook the shrimp in the sauce for an additional 1-2 minutes, just until heated through and flavors meld beautifully.
- Serve: Serve the honey garlic shrimp warm, garnished with sliced green onions and lemon wedges if desired for an extra burst of freshness and color.
Notes
- For spicier shrimp, increase red pepper flakes to taste.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor in the sauce.
- Serve over steamed rice or alongside sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Make sure to not overcook the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
