Honey Garlic Shrimp
Honey Garlic Shrimp features tender shrimp and a perfect balance within the delicious sauce full of sweet and spicy flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the honey and lemon juice, letting the mixture cook down and thicken slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Sprinkle with red pepper flakes, toss to combine, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Notes
- Shrimp Size: Large shrimp (16-20 count per pound) work best as they hold up well during cooking. Adjust the cooking time if you're using shrimp of a different size.
- Cooking Time: Shrimp cook very quickly. Remove them from the heat as soon as they turn pink and opaque to avoid a rubbery texture.
- Sauce Consistency: For a thicker sauce, let the honey and lemon juice simmer a bit longer before adding the shrimp. You can also mix in a small slurry to thicken it further.
- Heat Level: Adjust the red pepper flakes to suit your taste. You can reduce the amount or omit them entirely for a milder flavor.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve the honey garlic shrimp over rice, quinoa, or noodles for a complete meal. A side of steamed or roasted vegetables also pairs beautifully with this dish.
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