HONEY GARLIC SHRIMP || Only 5 Ingredients || What's For Dinner Wednesday

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.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

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

In a small bowl, mix honey and soy sauce until smooth.

Pour the honey mixture over the shrimp; stir to coat evenly.

Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Season with black pepper to taste.

Remove from heat; garnish with sliced green onions and sesame oil before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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