Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp: A Quick One-Pot Weeknight Dinner
This dish combines sweetness and savory flavors, making it a favorite for busy families. It's quick to prepare and versatile enough to pair with various sides.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300kcal
Equipment
- Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined Look for firm shrimp with a slight sheen.
- 1/4 cup Honey Use high-quality honey for best flavor.
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic is recommended.
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium if desired.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For cooking the shrimp.
- 1/4 cup Green Onions, chopped Optional, for garnish.
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds For garnish.
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients, ensuring shrimp are thawed if frozen.
- In a medium bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Whisk until blended.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes without moving.
- Flip shrimp and pour honey-garlic mixture over them. Stir gently to coat.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes until shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
- Remove from heat and let sit for a minute to thicken the sauce.
- Transfer shrimp to a serving platter, drizzle with remaining sauce, and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve warm over rice, noodles, or with steamed vegetables.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently.