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Irresistible Honey Garlic Shrimp in Just 15 Minutes

Honey Garlic Shrimp
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A quick and healthy shrimp dish with a sweet and spicy honey garlic glaze, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional for thick sauce)
  • 1 tbsp water (for slurry)
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the shrimp in honey, soy sauce, garlic, and sesame oil for 15–20 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear shrimp for 1–2 minutes per side.
  3. Pour in leftover marinade and simmer for 2–3 minutes. For a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch and water, then stir into the skillet.
  4. Sprinkle in red pepper flakes and sesame seeds, stirring to coat the shrimp.
  5. Garnish with parsley or cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Adjust red pepper flakes for more or less heat.
  • Use cornstarch slurry for a thicker glaze if desired.
  • Fresh lime juice enhances the flavor.

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Find it online: https://www.homeydishes.com/honey-garlic-shrimp-recipe/