Description
Tender shrimp coated in a glossy honey-garlic sauce, served over fluffy rice with vibrant vegetables. These honey garlic shrimp bowls are quick, flavorful, and perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tbsp honey
3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
1 tsp fresh grated ginger (optional)
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tbsp lemon or lime juice
1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or quinoa)
2 cups assorted vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, or edamame)
2 tbsp sesame seeds and sliced scallions, for garnish
1 tbsp neutral cooking oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
Thaw shrimp if frozen, then pat dry. Chop vegetables and mince garlic.
In a bowl, whisk honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear shrimp 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from skillet.
Pour sauce into skillet, bring to a simmer, and reduce slightly. If thicker sauce is desired, whisk cornstarch with water and stir into sauce.
Return shrimp to skillet, tossing to coat in the glaze.
Cook rice or quinoa as directed and steam or sauté vegetables until tender but crisp.
Assemble bowls: layer rice, vegetables, and glazed shrimp. Drizzle extra sauce over top and garnish with sesame seeds and scallions.
Notes
Avoid overcooking shrimp; they cook very quickly.
Prepare rice and sauce ahead for faster assembly.
Extra sauce can be stored separately for reheating or drizzling.
For meal prep, keep components in separate containers for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing / Bowl Assembly
- Cuisine: American