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Ingredients
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- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger paste or grated fresh ginger
- 4 tbsp honey
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced, for garnish
Instructions
- Combine soy sauce and cornstarch in a medium bowl.
- Coat shrimp thoroughly and let sit to absorb flavors.
- Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
- Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds, being careful not to burn.
- Add shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Pour in honey, adding chili flakes if desired, and toss to coat.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve.
Notes
Ensure shrimp are completely thawed and dried for the best texture.
Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even cooking.
Adjust honey quantity to suit your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 16
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 20
- Cholesterol: 160