Quick Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry Recipe 15 Minute Easy Dinner
A fast and flavorful shrimp stir-fry with a sticky honey garlic sauce, crisp veggies, and tender shrimp, ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want a satisfying meal without the fuss.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450 g) peeled and deveined medium shrimp
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup (90 g) broccoli florets, bite-sized
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced thin
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry shrimp. Slice red bell pepper thinly and chop broccoli into bite-sized florets. Mince garlic and grate ginger if using. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes (if using) until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet or wok until hot, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 1.5 to 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Add garlic, ginger, bell pepper, and broccoli to the pan. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp and fragrant.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the vegetables and stir to coat evenly. Simmer for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
- Return shrimp to the pan and toss gently with veggies and sauce for 1 minute to combine and warm through.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
If sauce thickens too quickly, add a splash of water or broth to loosen. Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubbery texture. Keep pan hot for a good sear. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. Can swap shrimp for tofu for a vegetarian version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
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