Sesame Orange Shrimp
Treat your taste buds to the vibrant and tangy flavors of Sesame Orange Shrimp, a quick and easy dinner idea that’s perfect for weeknight cooking. This recipe features tender shrimp, seared to perfection and coated in a luscious orange-infused sauce made with fresh orange juice, soy sauce, honey, and a touch of sesame oil for nutty depth. The sauce is thickened to silky smoothness with a simple cornstarch slurry, while aromatic garlic and ginger add layers of warmth and complexity. Finish it off with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and a pop of freshness from sliced green onions. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables, making it a wholesome, homemade alternative to your favorite takeout. Perfect for seafood lovers craving bold Asian-inspired flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 120 milliliters orange juice
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix orange juice, soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil. Set aside.
In another small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Set aside.
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and set aside.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the same skillet. Sauté for about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
Pour the orange juice mixture into the skillet and bring it to a simmer.
Whisk in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss them in the sauce until they’re evenly coated.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Serve hot over steamed rice or alongside stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1111 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.1 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 24.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 850 mg | 284% | |
| Sodium | 2241 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.9 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.2 g | ||
| Protein | 116.4 g | 233% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 387 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1751 mg | 37% | |
*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.
