Description
Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry is a fast, flavorful dish featuring tender shrimp and crisp vegetables tossed in a sweet-and-savory honey garlic sauce. It’s perfect for busy weeknights, ready in under 30 minutes, and better than takeout.
Ingredients
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup snow peas or snap peas
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
Instructions
- Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and cornstarch if using. Set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Set sauce aside.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining oil to the pan. Stir-fry bell pepper, broccoli, and snap peas for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return shrimp to the pan, pour in sauce, and toss to coat. Cook for 1–2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles. Garnish with green onions.
Notes
- Add pineapple chunks for a sweet tropical twist.
- Serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles for low-carb option.
- Swap shrimp with tofu or chicken for variety.
- Top with cashews or sesame seeds for added crunch.
- Double the sauce for extra flavor with rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
