This honey garlic shrimp recipe is a simple, healthy dinner with tons of flavor and almost no effort. Sweet and savory, that marinade fills the shrimp with flavor, and a quick sear in a hot skillet unites it all in just a few minutes. Serve over brown rice with steamed vegetables on the side for an balanced meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Top with fresh green onions for surface and freshness. This amazing dish can be enjoyed in under 20 minutes!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
Quick and simple: Take only 20 minutes to make so great for busy nights.
Low-Calorie: Shrimp is low in calories and high in protein, while honey contributes natural sweetness.
Flexible: Serve with rice noodles or steamed vegetables for a full meal.
Key Ingredients:
Shrimp: I use med/shrimp shrimp, peeled and deveined so they cook quickly and are easy to eat. Frozen shrimp will work in a pinch if fresh isn’t to be found — just make sure it’s thawed all the way through when you marinate.
Honey: Adds sweetness to offset the salty notes of soy sauce. Honey can be substituted with maple syrup if desired.
Soy Sauce: Use low-sodium soy sauce to keep the flavor without too much salt. To make it gluten-free replace with tamari or coconut aminos.
Fresh Garlic: Lends a lovely aromatic layer to the dish. (If you are particularly fond of garlic, feel free to add an extra clove!)
Ginger (Optional): Fresh ginger adds a lovely zing that balances out the sweetness of the honey. If you can’t find fresh ginger, use about 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger.
Purpose: A drizzle of olive oil is ideal for cooking shrimp, imparting a lighter, healthier fat.
Green Onion (Optional): Gives both a fresh, mild onion flavor, plus a pop of color.
