Honey Garlic Shrimp
Tender shrimp glazed in a savory-sweet honey, garlic, and soy sauce, finished with green onion and sesame seeds.
Instructions
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Step 1
Whisk the honey, soy sauce, garlic, rice vinegar, and crushed red chili pepper together.
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Step 2
Whisk the cornstarch and cold water in a separate bowl until smooth.
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Step 3
Pat the shrimp dry and season them with the black pepper.
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Step 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the prepared shrimp in a single layer and sear without moving them.
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Step 5
Turn the shrimp and cook until opaque and the centers reach 63°C, then transfer them to a plate.
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Step 6
Pour the prepared honey-garlic sauce into the skillet and bring it to a simmer over medium heat, scraping up any browned bits.
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Step 7
Re-whisk the slurry, stir it into the simmering sauce, and cook until glossy and lightly thickened.
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Step 8
Return the shrimp and any collected juices to the skillet. Toss until evenly glazed and heated through, then remove from the heat.
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Step 9
Scatter the green onion and sesame seeds over the glazed shrimp and serve immediately.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: medium
Keep shrimp refrigerated until use. Cook to an internal temperature of 63°C, refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours, and consume refrigerated leftovers within 3 days.
Risk factors
- raw shellfish may carry harmful microorganisms
- cross-contamination from raw shrimp juices
- shellfish becomes tough if substantially overcooked