Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe in 30 Minutes
Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp is a quick and delicious dinner ready in just 30 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the sauce to give you the best crispy, juicy shrimp with a sweet and tangy honey garlic glaze. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Mediterranean Tuna Salad and Easy Balsamic Roasted Garlic Mushrooms.
Why This Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe in 30 Minutes Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy, juicy shrimp
- Sweet and tangy honey garlic sauce
- Ready in just 30 minutes
- Better than takeout
What You'll Need for Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe in 30 Minutes
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Shrimp
- Honey
- Garlic
- Soy sauce
- Cornstarch
- Red pepper flakes
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Optional: Green onions
- Optional: Sesame seeds
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- Shrimp: Peel and devein if needed.
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How to Make Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe in 30 Minutes
- Prepare shrimp: Pat shrimp dry, toss in cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
- Cook shrimp: Cook shrimp in hot oil until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Make sauce: In the same pan, sauté garlic, add honey, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Thicken with cornstarch slurry.
- Toss shrimp in sauce: Add shrimp back to the pan, toss in sauce until coated.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve over rice or noodles.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe in 30 Minutes
- : Use high heat to get a crispy exterior on the shrimp.
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the shrimp. They can become tough and rubbery. Remove them from the pan as soon as they turn pink.
- : For a spicier version, add more red pepper flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- : To make this dish gluten-free, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
Storing & Reheating Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe in 30 Minutes
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the sauce and shrimp ahead of time. Cook just before serving.
Freezing Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe in 30 Minutes
Freeze cooked shrimp for up to 2 months. Thaw before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a thicker sauce, add a bit more cornstarch to the slurry.
- Best substitution: You can use chicken or tofu instead of shrimp.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the sauce and shrimp ahead of time. Cook just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thick, thin it out with a bit of water.
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Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe in 30 Minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Shrimp
- Honey
- Garlic
- Soy sauce
- Cornstarch
Seasonings
- Red pepper flakes
- Salt
- Black pepper
Optional Toppings
- Green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare shrimp: Pat shrimp dry, toss in cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
- Cook shrimp: Cook shrimp in hot oil until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Make sauce: In the same pan, sauté garlic, add honey, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Thicken with cornstarch slurry.
- Toss shrimp in sauce: Add shrimp back to the pan, toss in sauce until coated.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a thicker sauce, add a bit more cornstarch to the slurry.
- Best substitution: You can use chicken or tofu instead of shrimp.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the sauce and shrimp ahead of time. Cook just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thick, thin it out with a bit of water.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked shrimp for up to 2 months. Thaw before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: Prepare the sauce and shrimp ahead of time. Cook just before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 30g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 2000mg
- Cholesterol: 210mg
- Sat. Fat: 1.5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe in 30 Minutes FAQs
Prepare the sauce and shrimp ahead of time. Cook just before serving.
Overcooking is the most common reason. Remove shrimp from the pan as soon as they turn pink.
Freeze cooked shrimp for up to 2 months. Thaw before reheating.
Yes, cook shrimp at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, then toss in the sauce.
Rice, noodles, or vegetables. It's also great over cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe in 30 Minutes 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!
