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Sticky Honey Garlic Shrimp Glaze Recipe

Sticky Honey Garlic Shrimp Glaze

There's something truly special about a dish that fills your kitchen with warm, inviting aromas and makes your taste buds dance with joy. Sticky Honey Garlic Shrimp Glaze is one such recipe that I love to whip up when I want a quick yet impressive meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sticky Honey Garlic Shrimp
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger minced
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tbsp green onions chopped (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • bowl
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, minced ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Mix well to create a flavorful marinade.
  2. Step 2: Add the shrimp to the marinade and let it sit for 15-20 minutes to soak in all those delicious flavors.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Set this aside for later.
  4. Step 4: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the marinated shrimp, reserving the marinade for later use.
  5. Step 5: Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, until they turn pink and opaque.
  6. Step 6: Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet and bring it to a gentle simmer.
  7. Step 7: Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the sauce thickens to a glossy glaze.
  8. Step 8: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm them in a skillet over medium heat until heated through.