Can I use frozen shrimp for this recipe?

Absolutely! Just be sure to thaw the shrimp completely and pat dry before cooking. This prevents extra moisture from steaming the shrimp instead of sautéing them.

What vegetables work best in Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry Recipe?

Broccoli, bell peppers, and snow peas are classic choices, but carrots, snap peas, mushrooms, or cauliflower are excellent additions or substitutions depending on your preference.

How do I avoid overcooking the shrimp?

Shrimp cooks very fast — usually 2 minutes per side. Watch for the flesh turning opaque and pink; once that happens, remove them from the pan immediately to keep them tender and juicy.

Can I make this recipe gluten-free?

Definitely! Use a gluten-free soy sauce or tamari instead of regular soy sauce. Check that your cornstarch or thickener is gluten-free as well.

Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry: Quick & Flavorful Dinner

Description

A flavorful and healthy Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry featuring tender shrimp and crisp vegetables coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner served over rice.

Ingredients

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Shrimp and Vegetables

1 lb. raw shrimp peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 head broccoli chopped
2 bell peppers sliced
2 cups snow peas
4 garlic cloves minced
Green onion for garnish

Sauce

¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup honey
2 tablespoon cornstarch

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Instructions

Prepare the sauce: Whisk together the soy sauce, honey, and cornstarch in a bowl until smooth and set aside.
Cook the shrimp: Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to remove the shrimp and set aside.
Sauté the vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining oil, then add chopped broccoli, sliced bell peppers, and snow peas. Sauté until the peppers are blistered and the vegetables are tender-crisp, about 5 to 6 minutes.
Add garlic and shrimp: Stir in the minced garlic and cooked shrimp, sautéing everything together for 1 additional minute to combine the flavors.
Thicken the sauce: Reduce the heat to low, pour the prepared sauce into the skillet, and stir continuously for about 10 seconds until the sauce thickens and coats all ingredients evenly.
Garnish and serve: Top the stir fry with chopped green onion. Serve immediately over cooked rice and enjoy your meal!

Notes

You can use cooked shrimp instead of raw; just thaw it and cook briefly in the skillet until heated through.
Other vegetables such as carrots, edamame, mushrooms, or cauliflower can be added or substituted to customize the stir fry.
For a gluten-free option, use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce instead of regular soy sauce.
Adjust honey quantity to taste for a sweeter or less sweet sauce.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 410 kcal
Sugar: 33 g
Sodium: 2330 mg
Fat: 5 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 54 g
Fiber: 9 g
Protein: 42 g
Cholesterol: 381 mg