Spicy Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe

Sweet, Spicy, and Quick to Make

This Spicy Honey Garlic Shrimp is an easy 25-minute meal that packs a punch of flavor. Juicy shrimp are coated in a sweet and spicy glaze made from honey, soy sauce, and sriracha. Serve it with rice or noodles for a quick and delicious meal!

Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, sriracha, garlic, and ginger.
  2. Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink.
  3. Add the Sauce: Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes. If you want a thicker sauce, mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water and stir it in.
  4. Serve: Enjoy hot over rice or noodles, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds.

Pro Cooking Tips

  • Adjust the sriracha amount to control the spice level.
  • Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor, but frozen shrimp works too!
  • Serve with steamed broccoli or stir-fried veggies for a balanced meal.