Description
Looking for a quick dinner idea that’s both delicious and satisfying? These *Irresistible Honey Garlic Shrimp Bowls* are just what you need. Tender shrimp are pan-seared and glazed in a sticky-sweet honey garlic sauce, served over fluffy rice with vibrant steamed broccoli. It’s a healthy snack or easy dinner option that’s perfect for weeknights, packed with protein, and ready in under 30 minutes. Whether you’re exploring new food ideas or searching for your next easy recipe, this dish is a weeknight win that fits any meal plan—from light lunch to satisfying dinner ideas.
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water
2 cups cooked white rice
1 1/2 cups broccoli florets
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or green onions
Lime wedges (optional)
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and ginger. Set aside.
2. Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear shrimp 1–2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
4. Pour sauce into the same pan, bring to a simmer, and add the cornstarch slurry. Stir until thickened.
5. Return shrimp to the pan and toss in the glaze for 1–2 minutes.
6. Steam broccoli for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp.
7. Serve shrimp over rice, add broccoli, and garnish with sesame seeds and fresh herbs. Optional: serve with lime wedges.
Notes
Use raw shrimp for best flavor and texture.
To lower sodium, use reduced-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos.
Tofu is a great shrimp alternative for a vegetarian version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
Keywords: quick dinner, honey garlic shrimp, healthy shrimp bowl, shrimp rice bowl, easy recipe