Description
This Honey Garlic Shrimp Bowl is a quick, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish perfect for busy weeknights. Tender shrimp are cooked in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, paired with steamed broccoli and served over fluffy cooked rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Sauce
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables and Serving
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 2 cups cooked rice
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger, stirring well to blend all flavors into a smooth sauce.
- Cook the shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Add the sauce to shrimp: Pour the honey garlic mixture over the cooked shrimp in the pan and continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly and coat the shrimp evenly.
- Steam the broccoli: In a separate pot, steam the broccoli florets until they are tender yet still vibrant green, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Assemble the bowl: Place the cooked rice into serving bowls, top with the honey garlic shrimp followed by the steamed broccoli, and garnish with chopped green onions for a fresh, crisp finish.
Notes
- You can substitute the soy sauce with a gluten-free tamari sauce if needed.
- Use brown rice instead of white rice for added fiber and nutrients.
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of sesame seeds or a squeeze of lime juice before serving.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add a pinch of red chili flakes to the honey garlic sauce.
- Ensure shrimp is cooked just until pink to avoid toughness.
