Honey Garlic Shrimp

Savor the irresistible flavors of this quick and easy Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe, perfect for busy weeknights or a special dinner at home. Juicy, tender shrimp are pan-seared to perfection and bathed in a luscious homemade sauce made with honey, soy sauce, and fresh minced garlic. This 20-minute dish combines sweet and savory notes with a hint of umami, elevated by a glossy, thickened glaze thanks to a simple cornstarch slurry. Garnished with fresh green onions and optional sesame seeds, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with steamed rice, noodles, or your favorite veggies. It’s a deliciously healthy meal that’s as simple as it is flavorful—a must-try for seafood lovers! Keywords: honey garlic shrimp, easy shrimp recipe, 20-minute meals, quick seafood dinner, sweet and savory shrimp.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Green onions (chopped for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic to make the sauce.

Step 2

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes on one side until they start to turn pink, then flip them.

Step 5

Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp and stir to coat evenly.

Step 6

In a small bowl or cup, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry.

Step 7

Add the slurry to the skillet and stir. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and the shrimp are fully cooked. They should be opaque and pink all the way through.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish the shrimp with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if using.

Step 9

Serve immediately over steamed rice, noodles, or with a side of vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	688.3 grams (688.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1008

Total Fat 31.20g	40%
Saturated Fat 5.10g	26%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 945mg	315%
Sodium 2882mg	125%
Total Carbohydrate 62.30g	23%
Dietary Fiber 1.30g	5%
Total Sugars 52.00g
Protein 125.90g	252%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 418mg	32%
Iron 4mg	20%
Potassium 1586mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.2%

Protein: 48.7%

Carbs: 24.1%