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Teriyaki Shrimp in 15 Minutes (Better Than Takeout)

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Teriyaki Shrimp

Cultural Context

Teriyaki shrimp is a popular dish in Japanese cuisine, known for its sweet and savory sauce that enhances the natural flavors of the shrimp. Traditionally, teriyaki refers to a cooking technique that involves grilling or broiling food with a glaze of soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. This dish is often served with rice and vegetables, making it a balanced meal. Today, teriyaki has gained worldwide popularity, with many variations that include different proteins and vegetables, appealing to diverse tastes.

JapaneseJPmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1/2 lb shrimp, peel and devein
3/4 cup teriyaki sauce
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp chopped scallion, green part
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium)
1 cup of water
1 tbsp ginger, grated
1 tsp of garlic, diced
5 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp cornstarch
1 head of broccoli
1 cup of string beans
1 zucchini
1/4 onion, cut up
1 tbsp of diced garlic
1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tbsp unsalted butter

mirin

🥗Healthier: rice vinegar + sugar

💰Cheaper: white wine + sugar

Rice vinegar + sugar mimics the sweetness and acidity of mirin.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu is a plant-based alternative that absorbs flavors well.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more affordable cooking oil.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Tamari is gluten-free and often similarly priced.

1

Prepare the shrimp by peeling and deveining if necessary.

2

In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, water, ginger, garlic, brown sugar, and honey to create the teriyaki sauce.

3

In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and 1/4 cup water to make a slurry.

4

Heat unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until melted.

5

Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.

6

Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

7

In the same skillet, add the teriyaki sauce and bring to a simmer.

8

Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.

9

Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.

10

Add mixed vegetables (broccoli, string beans, zucchini, onion) and cook until tender.

11

Garnish with chopped scallions and serve.

Cooking Techniques

mixingsautéing

Equipment Needed

large skilletmixing bowlsmall bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

shellfishsoy

Also Known As

Shrimp TeriyakiEbi Teriyaki
Local Name: 照り焼きエビ

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