Honey Garlic Shrimp Quick Dinner
A quick and delicious shrimp dish with a sweet and savory sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined Use fresh or thawed shrimp.
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 0.25 cup honey For a sweeter flavor.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Adjust for a stronger garlic flavor.
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice Freshly squeezed for better taste.
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes Optional for heat.
- 1 cup green onions, chopped For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix honey, garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour the honey mixture over the cooked shrimp, and stir to coat evenly.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal. Add lime wedges for an extra zing.