Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp

Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp

Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp delivers crispy texture and bold flavor in 25 minutes. Fix soggy shrimp with my searing trick. Perfect for weeknights. Try my Apple Crisp Cheesecake Bars for dessert. Jump to Recipe If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Chocolate Peanut Butter Cornflake Bites and Easy Apple Crisp Cheesecake Bars.

Crispy honey garlic shrimp with golden crust and garlic glaze. Warm light highlights the rich flavors.
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Why This Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp Is Pure Comfort

  • Fast and easy
  • Crispy texture
  • Bold flavor
  • Perfect for weeknights

What You'll Need for Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Garlic
  • Soy sauce
  • Honey
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Optional: Chopped green onions
  • Optional: Fresh parsley
  • Optional: Sesame seeds
Fresh shrimp, honey, garlic, soy sauce, and green onions arranged in an overhead flat lay.

đź“ť Ingredient Notes

  • Shrimp: Use large shrimp for best texture.
  • Honey: Choose raw or light amber honey for best flavor.
  • Garlic: Fresh garlic gives the best flavor.
  • Soy sauce: Use low sodium if desired.
  • Olive oil: Use extra virgin for best taste.

đź›’ Tools & Equipment I Recommend

Plated shrimp with a drizzle of honey garlic sauce and fresh parsley. Elegant and delicious.

How to Make Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp

  1. Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Step 2: Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add shrimp and cook until pink and curled, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Stir in honey, soy sauce, and a dash of salt and pepper.
  5. Step 5: Simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the shrimp.
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Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp

  • Cooking technique: Use a non-stick skillet to prevent shrimp from sticking and ensure even cooking.
  • Common mistake and fix: Shrimp can overcook quickly. Remove from heat as soon as they turn pink.
  • Serving suggestion: Serve with rice or noodles for a complete meal.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Storing & Reheating Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. 3 days Make-ahead tip: Make sauce up to 2 days ahead and add shrimp when ready to cook.

Freezing Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp

1 month

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: 350°F for 5-7 minutes Microwave: High for 1-2 minutes

Recipe Notes

  • Chef tip: Always pat shrimp dry before cooking to ensure a crispy exterior.
  • Best substitution: Replace honey with maple syrup for a different flavor.
  • Make-ahead: Make the sauce ahead and add shrimp when ready to cook.
  • Scaling: Double or triple the recipe for larger groups.
  • Troubleshooting: Shrimp can become rubbery if overcooked. Remove as soon as they turn pink.

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Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp

Plated shrimp with a drizzle of honey garlic sauce and fresh parsley. Elegant and delicious.
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Prep
5 min
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Cook
20 min
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Total
25 min
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Serves
4 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Seasonings

  • Garlic
  • Soy sauce
  • Honey
  • Salt
  • Black pepper

Optional Toppings

  • Chopped green onions
  • Fresh parsley
  • Sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Step 2: Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add shrimp and cook until pink and curled, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Stir in honey, soy sauce, and a dash of salt and pepper.
  5. Step 5: Simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the shrimp.

Notes

  • Chef tip: Always pat shrimp dry before cooking to ensure a crispy exterior.
  • Best substitution: Replace honey with maple syrup for a different flavor.
  • Make-ahead: Make the sauce ahead and add shrimp when ready to cook.
  • Scaling: Double or triple the recipe for larger groups.
  • Troubleshooting: Shrimp can become rubbery if overcooked. Remove as soon as they turn pink.

Storage

  • Fridge: 3 days
  • Freezer: 1 month
  • Oven reheat: 350°F for 5-7 minutes
  • Microwave reheat: High for 1-2 minutes
  • Make ahead: Make sauce up to 2 days ahead and add shrimp when ready to cook.

Nutrition Per Serving

  • Calories: 250
  • Protein: 25g
  • Fat: 8g
  • Carbs: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Cholesterol: 150mg
  • Sat. Fat: 1g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp FAQs

Can I make Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp ahead?

Yes, make the sauce up to 2 days ahead. Add shrimp when ready to cook.

Why did my Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp turn out rubbery?

Shrimp can become rubbery if overcooked. Remove from heat as soon as they turn pink.

Can I freeze Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp?

Yes, store in an airtight container for up to 1 month.

What is the best substitute for honey?

Maple syrup or agave nectar can replace honey in this recipe.

Is this recipe good for fall?

Yes, the warm honey and garlic flavors pair well with seasonal dishes.

A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!

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