Ginger Glazed Shrimp
Elevate your dinner table with this irresistible Ginger Glazed Shrimp recipe, a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors. Succulent shrimp are quickly pan-seared and then tossed in a glossy glaze made from fresh ginger, soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar, delivering a burst of umami in every bite. The dish comes together in just 25 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or impromptu entertaining. A cornstarch slurry ensures the glaze coats each piece of shrimp beautifully, while optional garnishes like thinly sliced green onions and sesame seeds add a touch of elegance and crunch. Serve this versatile dish over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal, or let it shine as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Whether you’re craving bold flavors or looking to impress guests, this quick and easy recipe has you covered!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Fresh ginger, grated
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced (optional, for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and grated ginger to create the glaze base.
In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to form a slurry; set aside.
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper, if desired.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Pour the glaze mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the glaze. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
Transfer the shrimp to a serving platter and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if using.
Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles, or as an appetizer on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
891 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.5 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 2242 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.9 g | ||
| Protein | 115.4 g | 231% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 397 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1524 mg | 32% | |
*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.
