Ingredients
– 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons hot honey (or regular honey plus red pepper flakes)
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
– Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Creating Hot Honey Shrimp can be stress-free if you follow these straightforward steps:
1. Prepare Ingredients: Start by peeling and deveining the shrimp if not already done. Set aside.
2. Mix Sauce: In a bowl, combine hot honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger. Stir well to blend the flavors.
3. Heat Oil: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Allow it to heat up for a minute.
4. Cook Shrimp: Once the oil is hot, add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Sauté: Cook the shrimp for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
6. Add Sauce: Pour the hot honey mixture over the shrimp, stirring to coat them evenly.
7. Caramelize: Allow the shrimp to cook in the sauce for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring they are well glazed and saucy.
8. Garnish: Once done, remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
9. Serve Immediately: Transfer the shrimp to a serving platter while they are still warm.
With these easy steps, you can whip up a dish of Hot Honey Shrimp that will impress anyone lucky enough to share it with you.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 25g