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Honey Garlic Shrimp Over Rice
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup of honey
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 1/4 cup of water
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 4 cups of cooked white rice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of honey, 3 cloves of minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar. Set aside.
- In another small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1/4 cup of water until well combined. Set aside.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the cooked shrimp in the skillet. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp.
- Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens further.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit for a minute to allow the sauce to thicken even more.
- To serve, spoon the honey garlic shrimp over a bed of cooked white rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Enjoy!
Honey Garlic Shrimp served over a bed of rice is a popular dish that originated in Asian cuisine. This delectable dish features succulent shrimp coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, served on a bed of fluffy, steamed rice. The dish has gained popularity in North America, particularly in Chinese and Thai restaurants, where skilled chefs infuse the shrimp with a perfect balance of honey and garlic, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. The key to this dish is achieving the ideal combination of sweetness from the honey and the pungent aroma of fresh garlic, resulting in a mouthwatering experience. For the best version of this dish, seek out authentic Asian restaurants known for their mastery of seafood and flavor infusion. Alternatively, home cooks can experiment with alternative methods, such as grilling the shrimp or adding a touch of spice for a unique twist on this classic dish.
25 min
4
320 calories
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