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20 Minute Honey Garlic Shrimp & Rice Bowl Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Low Sodium

Description

This 20 Minute Honey Garlic Shrimp & Rice Bowl is a quick and delicious meal featuring succulent shrimp glazed in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, served over fluffy cooked rice. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this recipe combines bold flavors with simple ingredients and takes just 20 minutes from start to finish.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice

Sauce Ingredients

  • ¼ cup honey
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 1 tbsp water (if using cornstarch)

For Cooking and Garnish

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Rice: Prepare the rice according to the package instructions. Once cooked, set it aside and keep warm.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. If you want a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with water until smooth and stir it into the sauce mixture.
  3. Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turns pink and develops a slightly golden color.
  4. Add the Sauce: Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce over the shrimp in the pan. Continue cooking for another 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the shrimp.
  5. Serve: Spoon the cooked shrimp and sauce over warm rice bowls. Garnish with sliced green onions and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately to enjoy the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, cornstarch is optional but recommended.
  • Use low-sodium soy sauce to control the salt level in the dish.
  • You can substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu for variation.
  • For extra flavor, add a drizzle of sesame oil when cooking the shrimp.
  • This recipe works great with either white or brown rice based on your preference.

Find it online: https://yumrecipesfood.com/20-minute-honey-garlic-shrimp-and-rice-bowl-recipe/