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Honey Garlic Shrimp Bowls

A delicious and quick meal featuring shrimp in a sweet and savory honey-garlic sauce served over rice or quinoa with steamed broccoli.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ¼ cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined Opt for fresh or frozen shrimp.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
For the Bowls
  • 2 cups cooked white rice, brown rice, or quinoa Use any preferred grain.
  • 1 cup broccoli florets, steamed or sautéed
  • ¼ cup green onions, finely sliced
  • to taste sesame seeds or crushed red pepper flakes for garnish Optional for garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set aside.
Cooking the Shrimp
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and curl.
  3. Pour the honey garlic mixture into the skillet with the shrimp and let it bubble gently for about a minute until it thickens slightly.
  4. Stir the shrimp well to coat them evenly in the sauce.
Preparing the Broccoli
  1. While the shrimp is cooking, steam or sauté the broccoli until tender, about 5-7 minutes, ensuring it is bright green and not overcooked.
Assembly
  1. In each bowl, place a generous scoop of cooked rice or quinoa.
  2. Top with the honey garlic shrimp and sauce, then add the steamed broccoli.
  3. Garnish with finely sliced green onions and optionally sprinkle some sesame seeds or crushed red pepper flakes.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave or stovetop. Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking shrimp.