Today, we’re making Honey Garlic Shrimp! It’s a quick and flavourful Asian-inspired dish that’s perfect for any weeknight dinner or when you just need a fast, tasty meal. This is a no-fuss recipe that has a delicious combination of sweet and savoury to your dinner table in about 20 minutes.
No one wants to spend their 5-9 slaving over the stove so this recipe will save you so much time!
Simple ingredients for 15min Honey Garlic Shrimp 🦐
Honey: Adds a natural sweetness!
Low sodium soy sauce: Brings depth with its umami flavour, balancing the sweetness.
Garlic: The aroma and flavour kick that garlic brings is unmatched!!
Shrimp: The star of the dish, providing a juicy, tender bite.
Neutral oil: For cooking the shrimp to perfection.
Kewpie mayo: Adds a creamy, tangy finish.
Cooked rice: Serves as the perfect base, soaking up all the flavourful sauce.
*These are the main ingredients. The full list of ingredients and measurements can be found at the bottom of this post!*
Why you’ll love this Honey Garlic Shrimp 🫶🏻
It’s quick: From start to finish, you’re only 20 minutes away from a delicious meal.
It’s flavourful: The combination of honey, garlic, and soy sauce creates a mouth-watering glaze.
It’s versatile: Serve over rice, noodles, or with steamed veggies for a complete meal.
It’s light yet satisfying: Perfect for those nights when you want something delicious without feeling weighed down.
FAQ 🤔
Can I use frozen shrimp? Absolutely, just make sure they’re completely thawed before marinating.
What if I don’t have kewpie mayo? Regular mayo works too, or you can skip it for a lighter version.
What veggies go best with this dish? Broccoli, bell peppers, or snap peas would make great additions. Just stir-fry them with some soy sauce and sesame oil before adding the shrimp.
Tips & tricks 🪄
Let the shrimp marinate a bit longer if you have time, up to 30 minutes, for deeper flavour.
Cook shrimp on high heat for a quick sear that locks in flavours.
Add a splash of lemon juice or zest to the marinade for an extra zing.
For this 20 min Honey Garlic Shrimp, I use the iconic kewpie mayo but feel free to use regular mayo! Tag me on Instagram or Tiktok or DM me a photo if you make this recipe!
20 min Honey Garlic Shrimp
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 1x
Description
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 cloves of garlic minced
- 1 lb uncooked shrimp remove skin and hulled
- 2 teaspoon of neutral oil
- 2 teaspoon kewpie mayo
- 2 cup cooked rice
Instructions
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In a bowl, combine the shrimp, honey, soy sauce and garlic, mix well. Marinate in the refrigerator for 10 minutes (longer if you’d like).
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In a medium cooking pan, heat the neutral oil to medium high.
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Add the shrimp to the pan (keep the sauce in the pan to a minimum). Cook the shrimp for about 1 minute on one side. Flip the shrimp and cook for about 2 minutes on the other side. Add the remaining sauce to your liking.
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Serve with hot rice, topped with kewpie mayo and some veggies!
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Asian
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