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Plate of perfectly glazed honey garlic shrimp, garnishes not visible but implied.

Quick way to grow honey garlic shrimp 5 ways

This recipe provides five delicious and quick ways to prepare honey garlic shrimp, perfect for a fast and flavorful meal. Each method offers a unique twist on the classic combination of sweet honey and pungent garlic.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tbsp Honey
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Large skillet
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Grill
  • Skewers
  • Air fryer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes if using.
  2. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the honey garlic mixture.
Method 1: Skillet Sauté
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  3. Serve immediately with the remaining sauce.
Method 2: Baked
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and arrange shrimp in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  2. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
Method 3: Grilled
  1. Thread shrimp onto skewers and preheat grill to medium-high.
  2. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side, brushing with extra sauce, until cooked.
Method 4: Air Fryer
  1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and arrange shrimp in a single layer in the basket.
  2. Air fry for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until shrimp are cooked.
Method 5: Pan-Seared with Vegetables
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet and add your choice of quick-cooking vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli.
  2. Sauté vegetables for 3-5 minutes, then add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the shrimp for 15-30 minutes before cooking. Serve with rice, noodles, or a side salad.