Description
A delightful fusion of flavors, this Asian Garlic Shrimp features crispy shrimp enveloped in a rich garlic and ginger sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- ½ tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (for thickening)
- Sliced green onions (for garnish)
- Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Cooked rice or noodles (for serving)
Instructions
- Dry and season the shrimp by patting them dry and lightly seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Whisk together the soy sauce, honey, oyster sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch mixture in a small bowl.
- Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss the shrimp into the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and golden at the edges.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the shrimp, gently tossing to coat. Let it simmer for 1–2 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds, and serve over rice or noodles.
Notes
Make ahead by marinating the shrimp in sauce for up to an hour before cooking. Customize by adding vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
Keywords: shrimp, garlic, Asian cuisine, quick dinner, easy recipe