Description
Enjoy a quick and delicious Garlic Honey Shrimp dish, featuring tender shrimp cooked in a sweet and savory honey-garlic sauce. This flavorful meal pairs perfectly with rice or noodles, making it an impressive yet easy option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a medium bowl, season the shrimp with salt and pepper, tossing gently to coat.
- If desired, sprinkle red pepper flakes over the shrimp and mix again.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, and lemon juice until well blended.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly golden.
- Pour the honey-soy mixture into the skillet, stirring to combine, and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer, cooking for 2-3 minutes on one side until pink and opaque.
- Flip the shrimp and pour any remaining sauce over them, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until fully cooked.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle fresh parsley over the shrimp.
- Serve the garlic honey shrimp over cooked rice or noodles, drizzling any remaining sauce on top.
- Garnish with additional parsley or lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
- Ensure shrimp are fresh or properly thawed for the best texture and flavor.
- The sauce can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the fridge.
- Customize the dish by adding vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli, sautéing them before adding the shrimp.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or a simple salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes