5 Spice Shrimp
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this quick and flavorful 5 Spice Shrimp recipe. This dish combines tender, juicy shrimp with the bold, aromatic essence of Chinese 5-spice powder, balanced perfectly with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and a touch of honey for subtle sweetness. Ready in just 20 minutes, including prep time, it’s an effortlessly elegant choice for busy evenings or entertaining guests. Pan-seared to perfection, the shrimp develop a gorgeous caramelized exterior, while a sprinkle of green onions and sesame seeds adds a fresh, visually stunning finish. Serve this savory sensation over steamed rice or alongside stir-fried noodles for an irresistible Asian-inspired meal that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe is your go-to for an easy yet gourmet dining experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 teaspoon Chinese 5-spice powder
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 stalks green onions (sliced for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, Chinese 5-spice powder, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and honey. Whisk until well combined to create the marinade.
Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade. Toss to coat evenly, then let the shrimp marinate for 10-15 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the marinated shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and slightly caramelized. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
Transfer the cooked shrimp to a serving plate and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Serve the 5 Spice Shrimp immediately with steamed rice, noodles, or as part of an appetizer platter. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
810 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 886 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 2019 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 113.6 g | 227% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 249 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1409 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
