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Delicious Filipino honey garlic chicken bites served on a plate for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Honey Garlic Shrimp

A quick and easy recipe for honey garlic shrimp that combines sweet, savory, and garlicky flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: Easy Weeknight Meal, Filipino Recipe, Honey Garlic Shrimp, Quick Dinner, Shrimp Recipe
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp Pat dry for best results.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Lots for flavor.
  • 1/4 cup honey Base of the glaze.
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Adds depth and saltiness.
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar or calamansi For brightness.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Optional for glossy sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon oil For cooking.
  • to taste pepper Basic seasoning.
  • to taste salt Basic seasoning.

Instructions

Preparation

  • Prep the shrimp: Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.

Cooking

  • Heat a pan on medium-high and add a thin layer of oil.
  • Sear shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until just cooked through.
  • Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.
  • Lower the heat to medium and add garlic to the same pan. Stir for about 20 seconds until fragrant.
  • Stir in honey, soy sauce, and vinegar or calamansi, letting it bubble for 30-60 seconds until slightly thickened.
  • Return shrimp to the pan and toss quickly until coated. Cook for another 30 seconds.

Notes

Serve with steamed rice or garlic fried rice. Adjust the sweetness by adding more vinegar if necessary. Add chili flakes for heat if desired.