Honey Garlic Shrimp Bowls: Your New Weeknight Dinner Hero
Honey Garlic Shrimp Bowls check every box — tender shrimp glazed in a sticky honey-garlic sauce, served over fluffy rice or quinoa with bright, crisp veggies. It’s the kind of dinner that feels restaurant-worthy but takes less than half an hour to pull together.
Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, this dish blends the sweetness of honey with the rich umami of soy sauce and the subtle warmth of garlic and ginger — a flavor balance that feels both comforting and vibrant.
Ingredients
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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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¼ cup honey
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¼ cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
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1 tbsp olive oil
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2 cups cooked white rice, brown rice, or quinoa
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1 cup broccoli florets, steamed or sautéed
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¼ cup green onions, thinly sliced
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Optional garnish: sesame seeds, crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
1. Make the Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, garlic, and grated ginger until smooth. Set aside.
2. Cook the Shrimp
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until they turn pink and curl into a “C” shape. Avoid overcooking — they’ll finish in the sauce.
3. Glaze the Shrimp
Pour the honey garlic sauce into the skillet. Let it bubble and thicken for about 2 minutes, stirring gently so each shrimp gets evenly coated in the glossy glaze.
4. Steam or Sauté the Veggies
While the shrimp cook, steam or lightly sauté the broccoli until bright green and tender.
5. Build the Bowls
Scoop the rice or quinoa into serving bowls. Top with the honey garlic shrimp and sauce. Add the broccoli and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, or red pepper flakes. Serve immediately.
Notes
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Use cold, dry shrimp: Pat shrimp dry before cooking for a perfect sear.
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Balance the flavor: Add a splash of lime juice or rice vinegar if you prefer a tangier sauce.
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Make it veggie-packed: Add bell peppers, snap peas, or carrots for color and crunch.
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Meal prep tip: Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days — great for quick lunches!
Nutrition
- Calories: 410 kcal per serving
- Fat: 10 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Protein: 29 g