Honey Garlic Shrimp Easy - How to Make Honey Garlic Shrimp

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.

In a large mixing bowl, add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce.

Add 1 tablespoon of sugar to the bowl.

Add 1 teaspoon of fish sauce to the mixture.

Add 5 cloves of minced garlic and 0.5 teaspoon of freshly grated ginger.

Add 2 tablespoons of honey and whisk until evenly incorporated.

Add the shrimp to the sauce and coat them evenly.

Keep the shrimp in the fridge and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.

In a skillet over high heat, add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.

Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer.

Sear the shrimp on one side for 2 minutes.

Flip the shrimp over and pour in the rest of the marinade.

Let them cook for 1 minute.

Turn the heat off and flip the shrimp once more.

Let them sit in the sauce for another minute before serving.

Serve over white rice and garnish with thinly sliced green onions if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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