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Spicy Honey Garlic Shrimp with Rice Bowl

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Make a quick and flavorful weeknight meal with this recipe for tender shrimp coated in a sweet, spicy, and garlicky glaze, served over steamed rice.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha or more, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 3 cups cooked white rice
  • Optional garnishes: sliced green onions, sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice according to package directions. Keep warm.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha, and ginger. Set the sauce aside.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk the cornstarch and water until smooth to create a slurry. Set aside.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let it burn.
  5. Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Do not overcook.
  6. Pour the reserved honey garlic sauce over the shrimp. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
  7. Whisk the cornstarch slurry again and pour it into the simmering sauce. Stir constantly until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute.
  8. Remove the skillet from the heat immediately once the sauce coats the shrimp thickly.
  9. To serve, divide the cooked rice among bowls. Top with the spicy honey garlic shrimp and spoon any extra sauce over the top. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • For extra vegetables in your bowl, quickly stir-fry broccoli florets or snap peas in the skillet before adding the garlic.
  • If you prefer less spice, start with 1/2 teaspoon of sriracha and taste the sauce before adding the shrimp.
  • Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels before cooking to help them sear slightly rather than steam.

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