Description
Discover the delightful 20 Minute Honey Garlic Shrimp & Rice Bowl, a perfect solution for busy weeknights. This quick and easy dish pairs succulent shrimp with a luscious honey garlic sauce, served over fluffy rice for a satisfying meal that the entire family will love. With its blend of sweet and savory flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite in your dinner rotation. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or entertaining guests, this recipe promises to deliver delicious results in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- Whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl. If using cornstarch for thickening, mix it with water before adding it to the sauce.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink.
- Pour the sauce over the shrimp and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Serve the shrimp with sauce over warm rice, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 84g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust sweetness by modifying the amount of honey. For added heat, include red pepper flakes or sriracha.