Easy One Pan Honey Garlic Shrimp
Plump, tender shrimp in a sticky sweet honey garlic glaze, ready in just 20 minutes using only one pan! A faster than takeout weeknight hero.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic pressed or finely minced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 - 3 1/2 cups about 1.5 lbs fresh or frozen shrimp, thawed completely, peeled, and deveined
- Toasted sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, water, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the olive oil.
- Add the shrimp to the hot pan in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, just until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp to a plate.
- Pour the prepared sauce into the hot skillet. Simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat thoroughly in the sauce.
- Remove from heat. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet with a splash of water.
- Make it Gluten Free: Use tamari or certified GF soy sauce.
- Shrimp Tip: Pat thawed shrimp very dry with paper towels for the best sear.