Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry is the perfect quick and easy dinner that combines tender shrimp with a sweet and savory sauce. This dish is bursting with flavor and loaded with colorful veggies, making it a fantastic family-friendly meal. If you’re looking for a simple dinner idea that’s both healthy and delicious, this honey garlic shrimp stir fry is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Why You'll Love Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry (Easy 20-Minute Dinner)
Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry is a quick, easy, and family-friendly dinner packed with flavor. Perfect for weeknights with simple pantry ingredients.
Ingredients for Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry (Easy 20-Minute Dinner)
📋 Full measurements for Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry (Easy 20-Minute Dinner) are in the recipe card below.
How to Make Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry (Easy 20-Minute Dinner)
Step 1 — Prep & Preheat
Prepare the shrimp: Rinse and pat dry the shrimp. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Step 2 — Cook and Build Flavor
Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and minced garlic.
Step 3 — Finish, Taste, and Adjust
Cook the shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
Expert Tips for Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry (Easy 20-Minute Dinner)
- Pat shrimp dry before cooking to get a nice sear.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan; cook shrimp and veggies in batches if needed.
- Adjust honey amount based on your preferred sweetness.
- Use fresh garlic for best flavor; garlic powder won’t give the same punch.
- Cook vegetables until crisp-tender to maintain texture.
Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry (Easy 20-Minute Dinner)
Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry is a quick, easy, and family-friendly dinner packed with flavor. Perfect for weeknights with simple pantry ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
Instructions
How to Make Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry
- Prepare the shrimp: Rinse and pat dry the shrimp. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and minced garlic.
- Cook the shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables: In the same skillet, heat the remaining olive oil. Add broccoli, bell pepper, and carrots. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Add the sauce: Pour the honey garlic sauce over the vegetables. Stir, then add the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce is glossy.
- Combine shrimp and veggies: Return shrimp to the skillet. Toss to coat everything evenly with the sauce. Cook for an additional 1 minute to heat through.
- Serve: Garnish with sliced green onions. Serve this honey garlic shrimp stir fry over warm rice or noodles.
Nutrition (per serving)
Storage, Freezing & Reheating
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended — texture changes on thawing.
- Reheat: Best served chilled or at room temperature.
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