Description
A quick and flavorful Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry featuring tender shrimp coated in a light soy and cornstarch marinade, sautéed with aromatic garlic and ginger, then tossed in a sweet honey glaze with a hint of chili for a spicy kick. Perfect for a speedy weeknight dinner served over steamed rice or enjoyed as an appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp Marinade
- 450g / 1lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Stir-Fry Sauce & Garnish
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger paste or grated ginger
- 4 tbsp honey
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp: In a medium bowl, combine the light soy sauce and cornstarch. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp and toss well to coat evenly. Allow the shrimp to marinate briefly so the cornstarch forms a protective velveting coating.
- Sauté garlic and ginger: Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger paste, cooking for no more than 30 seconds to release their fragrance without burning.
- Cook the shrimp: Add the marinated shrimp to the pan and cook for 1 to 2 minutes on each side, depending on their size, until they turn pink and are just cooked through. Avoid overcooking to maintain a tender texture.
- Add honey and chili flakes: Pour the honey over the shrimp and sprinkle with chili flakes if using. Gently toss the shrimp to coat them evenly with the sauce. Once combined, remove the pan from heat.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the sliced green onions on top of the shrimp to add freshness and color. Serve the honey garlic shrimp hot over steamed rice or as a flavorful starter to your meal.
Notes
- Marinating the shrimp with cornstarch creates a velveting effect, giving the shrimp a smooth, silky texture.
- Do not overcook the shrimp as it will turn rubbery and tough.
- The chili flakes are optional and can be adjusted based on your preferred spice level.
- This dish pairs well with steamed jasmine rice or noodles.
- Use fresh ginger or quality ginger paste for the best aromatic flavor.
