Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry Recipe by Tasty

Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry Recipe by Tasty

4 servings
Make this delectable shrimp stir-fry with honey and garlic for a speedy and satisfying weeknight dinner! This dish is packed with succulent shrimp, crisp veggies, and a mouthwatering honey garlic sauce that’s irresistibly good. The combination of flavors will have you craving seconds in no time. Start by marinating the shrimp in garlic, ginger, olive oil, honey, and soy sauce. After a quick soak in the fridge, cook the shrimp until just firm and finish with a reduction of the flavorful marinade. Serve over cooked rice with steamed broccoli, and drizzle the thickened sauce over the top. Garnish with scallions for the perfect finishing touch.

Ingredients

  • raw shrimp
    1 lb
  • olive oil

    for cooking

  • garlic
    1 ½ tbsp
  • fresh ginger
    2 tsp
  • red pepper flakes
    ½ tsp
  • olive oil
    1 tbsp
  • honey
    ⅓ c
  • soy sauce
    ⅓ c
  • cooked white rice

    for serving

  • steamed broccoli

    for serving

  • thinly sliced scallion

    for garnish

Directions

  1. 1

    Place the shrimp in a resealable bag or medium bowl.

  2. 2

    Make the marinade: In a small bowl or liquid measuring cup, mix together the garlic, ginger, olive oil, honey, and soy sauce.

  3. 3

    Pour half of the marinade on the shrimp, massaging through the bag or stirring to coat. Reserve the remaining marinade. Marinate the shrimp in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.

  4. 4

    In a medium pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Remove the shrimp from the marinade, discarding the marinade, then add to the pan and cook for about 1 minute, then flip. Pour in the reserved marinade and continue cooking until the shrimp are opaque and just firm, about 1 minute more. Remove the shrimp from the pan and continue cooking the marinade until reduced and thickened, about 5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Serve the shrimp over cooked rice with steamed broccoli alongside. Pour the reduced sauce over the shrimp and garnish with scallions.

  6. 6

    Enjoy!

Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry Recipe by Tasty

Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry Recipe by Tasty

30 min4 servings215 cal

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About this Recipe

Speedy & Delicious Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry

Craving a lightning-fast, flavor-packed dinner? Look no further than this incredible Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry! This recipe from Tasty is your answer to a satisfying weeknight meal that comes together in just 30 minutes, boasting succulent shrimp, vibrant vegetables, and an utterly irresistible honey garlic sauce.

What makes this shrimp stir-fry truly special is the ingenious use of its marinade. We start by infusing plump shrimp with a tantalizing blend of fresh garlic, spicy ginger, a touch of crushed red pepper, and the perfect balance of sweet honey and savory soy sauce. A quick marination ensures every bite of shrimp is bursting with flavor. But the magic doesn't stop there! The marinade transforms into a glorious, thickened sauce that gets drizzled generously over your finished dish, creating a depth of flavor that's hard to beat.

This dish isn't just quick; it's also incredibly versatile. While it pairs perfectly with fluffy white rice and steamed broccoli, feel free to customize it with your favorite crisp vegetables. Think colorful bell peppers, tender snap peas, or crunchy carrots for added texture and nutrients. The honey garlic sauce provides that perfect sweet and savory contrast that makes this shrimp recipe a family favorite. Garnish with fresh scallions for a bright finish and prepare for an incredibly delicious dinner that tastes far more complex than its simple preparation suggests!

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