Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe: A Delicious 20-Minute Dinner
Looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe that's packed with flavor? Look no further than this honey garlic shrimp recipe! It's a crowd-pleaser that's perfect for a busy weeknight or a casual gathering.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions, for garnish
Instructions:
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque.
- Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Add the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and black pepper to the skillet.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 1 minute, or until slightly thickened.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Cook for 1 minute, or until heated through.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions.
Tips and Variations:
- For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, add 1 tablespoon of cornstarch to the sauce mixture before cooking.
- Serve this dish over rice, noodles, or your favorite vegetables.