Description
A quick and delicious 10-minute honey garlic shrimp recipe featuring tender shrimp coated in a flavorful honey garlic sauce with a touch of ginger and optional chili flakes for a mild kick. Perfect as a main dish served over rice or as a tasty appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Marinade
- 450g / 1lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Sauce and Garnish
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger paste or grated ginger
- 4 tbsp honey
- 1/4 tsp chilli flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Shrimp: In a medium bowl, combine the light soy sauce and cornstarch. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Set the shrimp aside; this velveting technique helps keep the shrimp moist and tender during cooking.
- Heat the Oil and Aromatics: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger paste, sautéing for no longer than 30 seconds to release their fragrance without burning.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add the marinated shrimp to the pan, cooking them for 1 to 2 minutes on each side depending on their size, until they turn pink and opaque.
- Add Honey and Chili Flakes: Pour in 4 tablespoons of honey and sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of chili flakes if using. Toss the shrimp gently to coat in the sweet and spicy sauce, then remove the pan from heat.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the sliced green onions over the shrimp for a fresh, fragrant finish. Serve immediately over cooked rice or as an appetizer.
Notes
- Velveting with soy sauce and cornstarch helps keep shrimp tender and juicy during cooking.
- Adjust chili flakes according to your preferred spice level or omit for a milder dish.
- Use fresh ginger or ginger paste according to availability.
- Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Ensure not to overcook shrimp to maintain its tender texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 113g (1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg
