Gingered Garlic Shrimp
Elevate your seafood game with this Gingered Garlic Shrimp recipe, a quick and flavorful dish bursting with bold Asian-inspired flavors. Succulent shrimp are infused with the warm, aromatic combination of freshly grated ginger and minced garlic, then coated in a delightful glaze of tangy soy sauce, sweet honey, and a kick of red pepper flakes. Cooked to perfection in sesame oil for a nutty depth, this dish is ready in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Garnished with vibrant green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, this versatile shrimp dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice, noodles, or even served on its own for a light yet satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons ginger, finely grated
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, honey, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
Heat the vegetable oil and sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the grated ginger and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, until pink and slightly opaque.
Flip the shrimp and pour the soy sauce mixture into the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are fully cooked and coated in the sauce.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the shrimp to a serving dish.
Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Serve immediately with steamed rice, noodles, or as is for a light, flavorful dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1008 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.7 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 2241 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.2 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.9 g | ||
| Protein | 115.7 g | 231% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 420 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1572 mg | 33% | |
*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.
