Honey Garlic Shrimp
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Marinate
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
241 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Honey Garlic Shrimp
Description
The Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe features peeled and deveined shrimp marinated briefly in a blend of honey, coconut amino liquid, fresh garlic, and ginger. After marinating, the shrimp are sautéed until just pink, preserving a tender texture. The remaining marinade is cooked down in the pan to a bubbling thick sauce, amplifying the honey and garlic flavors while coating the shrimp evenly. Topping the dish with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and cilantro adds a final contrast in texture and freshness. Lemon wedges are served alongside to add a bright citrus note if desired.
The interplay of sweet honey, savory coconut aminos, pungent fresh garlic, and zingy ginger results in a sauce with depth without overpowering the shrimp’s natural flavor. The quick marinating step helps the shrimp absorb the seasoning and tenderizes them slightly without masking their texture. Cooking the shrimp just until pink keeps them succulent and avoids overcooking.
This dish pairs well with rice or noodles to complement the sticky sauce. The garnishes bring freshness and slight crunch, making it a balanced main course option. For a different protein, cubed chicken can be used following a similar method.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Fresh garlic and ginger are preferred for optimal flavor, but garlic and ginger powders are acceptable substitutes if fresh are not on hand. Although marinating is optional, it enhances flavor absorption and shrimp tenderness.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup coconut amino liquid
- 1-2 garlic grated on the Microplane, cloves
- 1 ginger grated on the Microplane, 1" knob, fresh, knob
- 1 lb Shrimp peeled & deveined, medium, raw
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 tsp sesame seeds
- 1-2 green onions green parts only, chopped
- 1 tbsp cilantro to garnish, chopped
- lemon to serve with, wedges
Instructions
- Using a Microplane grate the garlic and ginger.
- Peel the shrimps and carefully mark a shallow incision, using a small paring knife from the top of the shrimp all the way down to the tail.
- Discard the vein in the shrimp and thoroughly wash with clean water. Pat dry with a paper towel and set aside.
- Next in a mixing bowl, combine honey, coconut amino liquid, grated garlic, and ginger.
- Add shrimps and 1/4 of the prepared sauce into a large bowl. Toss to coat with the marinade.
- Refrigerate and let marinate for 15-20 minutes. Store the remaining sauce in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
- When ready to cook, remove the shrimps from the fridge and let sit at room temperature for 5 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add shrimps and gently sauté until they just turn pink about 2 minutes. Set aside on a plate.
- Immediately pour in the remaining sauce, cook a few minutes over medium-high heat, until bubbly and thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add in cooked shrimp and stir to coat into the sticky sauce. Garnish with chopped green onion and sesame seeds, if desire.
- Serve with lemon wedges and enjoy!
Notes
- Divide the cooked shrimp into about 4 equal servings, each roughly 1 cup.
- Chicken breast cut into cubes can replace shrimp as an alternative protein.
- Fresh garlic and ginger offer stronger flavors; powdered forms are okay if fresh are unavailable.
- Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce; low sodium soy sauce is an acceptable substitute.
- Marinating for 15-20 minutes improves texture and seasoning but can be skipped if short on time.
- Store any leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Olive oil can be swapped for any cooking oil you have on hand.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 241 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 241kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 286mg | 95% |
| Sodium | 1222mg | 51% |
| Potassium | 129mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 37IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 180mg | 18% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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