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10-Minute Honey Garlic Shrimp

10-Minute Honey Garlic Shrimp

This 10-Minute Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe is quick, delicious, and perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course main dish
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 256 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Non-stick frying pan

Ingredients
  

  • 450 g shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3-4 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon ginger paste, or grated ginger
  • 4 tablespoon honey
  • ¼ teaspoon chilli flakes optional
  • 2 green onions for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl combine the soy sauce and cornstarch, then add the shrimp and toss to combine. Set aside till needed.
  • Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan and cook minced garlic with ginger for no longer than 30 seconds over medium heat, then add the shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side depending on the size of the shrimp.
  • Pour in honey and chilli flakes if using, toss to coat the shrimp and take off the heat. Sprinkle with sliced green onions for garnish. Serve over rice or as a starter.

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh garlic and ginger. Ensure not to overcook the shrimp to avoid a rubbery texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 4servingsCalories: 256kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 24gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 286mgSodium: 1138mgPotassium: 139mgFiber: 1gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 97IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 175mgIron: 3mg
Keyword dinner, easy recipes, honey garlic, quick meals, shrimp, stir fry
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