Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar syrup

Agave syrup provides a similar sweetness with lower glycemic index.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free while liquid aminos offers a similar flavor.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option while canola oil is more economical.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot is a gluten-free thickener while flour is a common pantry item.

Marinate 220g/0.5 lb shrimp with 1/4 tsp salt for 10 minutes.

In the meantime, mince 4-6 cloves of garlic and white part of 2 scallions/spring onions. Thinly slice the green tops.

Mix the sauce ingredients and set aside.

On high heat, fry shrimp with some neutral cooking oil until almost cooked. They should be done in 1-3 minutes, depending on the size of the shrimp.

Reduce flame to low, sauté garlic and scallion in 1 tbsp butter until lightly golden.

Pour in the sauce and simmer until it thickens. Add 1 tsp crushed chilli flakes for some spice.

Once the sauce has thickened to your liking, add the fried shrimp and heat it for 1 minute.

Switch off the flame and add 2 tbsp honey, 1/2 tsp sesame oil and mix well. Garnish with scallions/spring onion and sesame seeds.

Serve honey garlic shrimp with hot steamed rice. Mix everything well and enjoy!

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Allergens