Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry

Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry

Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry

Make this delectable shrimp stir-fry with honey and garlic for a speedy and satisfying weeknight dinner! Packed with juicy shrimp, crisp veggies, and a sticky sweet-savory sauce, it’s a family favorite that comes together in just minutes.

Ingredients

Ingredient Quantity
Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined) 1 lb (455g)
Minced garlic 1½ tablespoons
Fresh ginger (minced) 2 teaspoons
Crushed red pepper flakes ½ teaspoon
Olive oil 1 tablespoon + for cooking
Honey â…“ cup (115g)
Soy sauce â…“ cup (80ml)
Cooked white rice For serving
Steamed broccoli For serving
Scallions (thinly sliced) For garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Place the shrimp in a resealable bag or bowl.
  2. Mix the garlic, ginger, olive oil, honey, and soy sauce to make the marinade.
  3. Pour half the marinade over the shrimp. Marinate in the fridge for 15 minutes. Reserve the other half.
  4. Heat olive oil in a medium pan over medium heat.
  5. Remove shrimp from marinade and cook for 1 minute per side until nearly opaque.
  6. Pour in the reserved marinade and cook until the shrimp are firm and the sauce thickens, about 5 more minutes.
  7. Serve over rice with steamed broccoli and garnish with scallions.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 28g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fat: 14g
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 820mg

Cooking Tips

  • Don’t overcook the shrimp – they become rubbery quickly. Just cook until they’re pink and firm.
  • Use fresh ginger for the best flavor, but ground ginger works in a pinch.
  • Add bell peppers, snap peas, or carrots for extra crunch and nutrition.