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Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe

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This EASY Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe features succulent shrimp cooked in a flavorful honey garlic sauce, paired with tender broccoli and served over rice. With a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, this quick and simple dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight dinner that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

Shrimp and Vegetables

  • 1 lb. large uncooked shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails removed if desired)
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 cups cooked rice (any kind)

Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil (can substitute olive oil)
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth
  • ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 5 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • Pinch red pepper flakes
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • ¼ cup cold water

Garnish

  • Green onions (to garnish)
  • Roughly chopped honey roasted peanuts (to garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Shrimp: Thaw the shrimp completely if frozen, then pat dry with paper towels. Remove shells, tails, and veins if not already done to ensure clean, ready-to-cook shrimp.
  2. Mix the Sauce Base: In a bowl, combine chicken broth, low sodium soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, toasted sesame oil (if using), ground ginger, and red pepper flakes. Set this sauce mixture aside, but do not add cornstarch yet.
  3. Cook the Shrimp: Heat peanut or olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for about 1 minute plus 20 seconds on each side. Use a timer to avoid overcooking as shrimp cook quickly. Once cooked, tilt the pan and carefully transfer the shrimp onto a clean plate. Note they will continue cooking slightly while resting.
  4. Sauté the Broccoli: In the same skillet, add a splash of oil if needed and sauté the broccoli florets over medium-high heat for about 4 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp. Remove broccoli and set aside.
  5. Start the Sauce: Pour the previously prepared sauce mixture (without cornstarch) into the skillet and bring the sauce to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  6. Thicken the Sauce: In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch with ¼ cup cold water until fully combined. Slowly add this slurry to the boiling sauce while stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens to a glossy consistency.
  7. Heat Broccoli in Sauce: Reduce heat to low and add the sautéed broccoli back into the skillet. Cover the pan partially and let the broccoli warm through in the sauce for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Combine Shrimp and Sauce: Add the cooked shrimp back into the skillet and gently spoon the sauce over them. Allow everything to heat through together for about 1 minute to ensure flavors meld and shrimp are hot.
  9. Serve: Optionally transfer the shrimp and broccoli to serving plates and drizzle additional honey on top for extra sweetness. Serve warm with cooked vegetable fried rice or plain rice.
  10. Garnish: Sprinkle chopped green onions and roughly chopped honey roasted peanuts over the dish for added texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use large uncooked shrimp for best flavor and texture. Adjust size based on preference but cooking times may vary.
  • Broccoli can be substituted with other vegetables such as snap peas or bell peppers if desired.
  • Ensure shrimp are not overcooked to keep them tender and juicy.
  • To save time, use pre-cooked rice or leftover rice when serving.
  • For a spicier version, increase the amount of red pepper flakes according to taste.
  • To keep the dish gluten-free, ensure to use gluten-free soy sauce.
  • This recipe can be made dairy-free and nut-free by omitting the sesame oil and peanuts garnish.

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