Description
These Honey Garlic Shrimp Bowls are a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors, with succulent shrimp coated in a sticky honey garlic sauce served over a bed of rice or quinoa and accompanied by vibrant broccoli. Quick and easy to make, this dish is perfect for a flavorful weeknight meal.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
For the Bowl:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups cooked white rice, brown rice, or quinoa
- 1 cup broccoli florets, steamed or sautéed
- ¼ cup green onions, finely sliced
- Optional: sesame seeds or crushed red pepper flakes for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, and grated ginger.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook about 2–3 minutes per side, just until they turn pink and curl into a ‘C’ shape. Don’t overcook—they’ll finish in the sauce.
- Glaze with the Sauce: Pour the honey garlic mixture into the skillet. Let it bubble and thicken slightly, coating the shrimp in a glossy glaze. Stir gently to make sure every shrimp is drenched in flavor. This takes about 2 minutes.
- Steam or Sauté Veggies: While the shrimp cook, quickly steam broccoli until bright green and fork-tender. You can also sauté them for a little caramelization, if you prefer a smoky touch.
- Build Your Bowl: Scoop your rice or quinoa into bowls. Pile on the honey garlic shrimp, spoon over the sauce, and nestle in your veggies. Finish with a sprinkle of green onions, and optional sesame seeds or red pepper flakes for kick.
The honey provides a gentle sweetness that complements the garlic’s boldness and the ginger’s warmth.
Notes
- This recipe is dairy-free and can be made gluten-free by using tamari.
- You can use pre-cooked shrimp, but reduce the cooking time to just heat through in the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
