Classic Honey Garlic Shrimp Bowls
Quick and easy honey garlic shrimp served with jasmine rice and fresh vegetables, perfect for a healthy weeknight meal.
Equipment
- small bowl
- whisk
- large skillet or wok
- paper towels
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
Honey Garlic Sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce low-sodium preferred
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp grated fresh ginger optional
- red pepper flakes optional
For Serving
- Cooked jasmine rice
- Steamed broccoli florets
- Shredded carrots
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel and devein the shrimp, then pat them thoroughly dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear.
Make the Sauce
- Whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, optional ginger, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl until well combined.
Cook the Shrimp
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add dried shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
Glaze the Shrimp
- Return all cooked shrimp to the pan and pour the prepared honey garlic sauce over them. Stir gently to coat and simmer for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and thoroughly coats the shrimp.
Build Your Bowl
- Arrange cooked honey garlic shrimp over a base of cooked jasmine rice. Add chosen vegetables like steamed broccoli and shredded carrots, then garnish with sesame seeds.
Notes
Patting the shrimp dry is essential for a good sear. Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking shrimp; cook in batches if needed.