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Honey Garlic Shrimp

This Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe combines tender shrimp with a rich, sticky honey-garlic glaze for a quick, flavorful dish that’s ready in under 15 minutes. Perfect over rice, noodles, or as a party appetizer.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 3
Calories: 215
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 450 g 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 –4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger paste or grated ginger
  • 4 tbsp honey
  • 1/4 tsp chili flakes optional
  • 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine soy sauce and cornstarch.
  2. Add shrimp and toss to coat. Set aside.
  3. Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  4. Sauté garlic and ginger briefly until fragrant.
  5. Add shrimp in a single layer, cooking 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  6. Stir in honey and chili flakes if using, tossing to coat evenly.
  7. Remove from heat, garnish with green onions, and serve over rice or as an appetizer.
  8. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/honey-garlic-shrimp/

Notes

  • Pat shrimp dry before coating to help the cornstarch stick better.
  • For a spicier version, add extra chili flakes or a splash of sriracha.
  • This dish cooks quickly—avoid overcooking shrimp to keep them tender.