Rapid Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry in 20 Minutes

This QUICK 20-minute Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry is a tasty and simple quick weeknight dinner that is nutritious, packed with flavor, and can be prepared all in a single pan!

I absolutely enjoy cooking with shrimp. It tastes fantastic in almost any preparation, and shrimp is very healthy, cooking up quickly for an effortless dinner. Shrimp is quite adaptable, so I love mixing it with various vegetables, sauces, and seasonings. This shrimp stir fry recipe is honestly one of my new favorites, and the most exciting part is that the sauce only requires 5 ingredients. Be sure to add this straightforward shrimp recipe to your meal plan this week!

Reasons to Love This

• A quick weeknight meal featuring all your favorite tastes that you can whip up in less than 20 minutes! Ideal for those hectic evenings.
• Only a few ingredients needed to create the most delectable sweet and savory sauce!
• Highly customizable with a range of vegetables and protein. Honey garlic chicken stir fry would also be delicious!
• A nutritious meal made in a single pan for effortless cleanup!

Ingredients You Will Need

• shrimp – fresh or thawed frozen large shrimp works best. Ensure you peel and devein the shrimp first. Use only raw shrimp, not pre-cooked.
• asparagus – we enjoy adding asparagus to stir fries at home, but you can choose any vegetables you fancy! Great options include green beans, broccoli, bok choy, onions, bell peppers, sugar snap peas, snow peas, zucchini, carrots, water chestnuts, and mushrooms.
• olive oil – I prefer a quality olive oil that doesn’t need to be expensive; just check that it’s cold-pressed and organic for maximum flavor. You may also consider a bit of sesame oil, canola oil, or avocado oil, ensuring the oil has a high smoke point.
• soy sauce – I always use low sodium soy sauce since regular soy sauce can overpower dishes with saltiness. You can swap it for tamari or coconut aminos to make this gluten-free or paleo.
• rice vinegar – adds a hint of acidity that balances the flavors; if you lack rice vinegar, you can replace it with white vinegar, apple cider vinegar, or even a bit of lemon juice.
• honey – brings sweetness to the sauce without refined sugars and creates a pleasing glaze. You may also substitute honey with maple syrup if you’re out of honey.
• garlic – fresh minced garlic is always preferred! If fresh cloves aren’t available, feel free to use 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder.
• ginger – I use fresh ginger to achieve that fantastic flavor!

Steps to Make Honey Garlic Shrimp

1. Cook shrimp and veggies. In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, drizzle some olive oil and cook shrimp in a single layer until it begins to turn pink, around 3 minutes. Add asparagus and sprinkle with a little salt and pepper. Cook until tender-crisp, about an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
2. Prepare the sauce. While the shrimp cook, you can create the sticky honey garlic sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, ginger, and a teaspoon of cornstarch. Set aside.
3. Add sauce. Pour the stir-fry sauce mixture into the hot skillet. Keep cooking until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp and asparagus, about 2 to 3 minutes.
4. Serve and enjoy! Remove from heat. Garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, and some fresh parsley or cilantro, if desired. See the recipe card below for ingredient amounts and complete instructions.

Thawing Frozen Shrimp

• Overnight – If you know you’re making this ahead of time, thaw the frozen shrimp in the refrigerator 24 hours prior to cooking. Place the shrimp in a bowl or plastic bag to thaw – this is my preferred method.
• Day of thaw – If you’re pressed for time, the best way to defrost the shrimp is to transfer them to a sealed plastic bag and submerge under cold running water for about 45 minutes until they are thawed.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve over rice – savor as a main dish atop white rice, brown rice, jasmine rice, quinoa, or even cauliflower rice for a low-carb choice.
• Pair with noodles – serve over lo mein noodles, rice noodles, or pasta for something different. The noodles will soak up the sauce, enhancing every bite!
• With a salad – complement this honey garlic shrimp with a side salad or shredded cabbage, like this crunchy Thai chicken salad or this Chinese chicken salad.
• Make egg rolls – using spring roll wrappers, enclose the shrimp and bake in the oven on a baking sheet or fry in a pan until golden brown.
• As an appetizer – instead of a stir-fry, prepare this shrimp and serve with toothpicks or small skewers along with your favorite dipping sauce for a fantastic appetizer everyone will appreciate.

Storage and Preparation

To Store: I always keep a bag of raw frozen shrimp in my freezer for recipes like this, allowing me to thaw the bag in the fridge overnight, but fresh shrimp is also an option. Leftover shrimp stir fry will last up to 3 or 4 days in the refrigerator in a sealed, airtight container, using your best judgment!

To Freeze: You can freeze this meal for up to 2 months. When ready to reheat, I recommend thawing the frozen shrimp first and reheating everything in a skillet over medium heat instead of in a microwave for best results.

For meal prep: I like to portion leftovers into large sealable containers (or zip-top bags) to have easy, delicious lunches throughout the week. My favorite way to serve this is with cauliflower rice.

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