Buttery Honey Garlic Shrimp 🍤🧄🍯

Get ready to fall in love with every bite of this Buttery Honey Garlic Shrimp — a quick and easy dish that’s bursting with flavor. Juicy shrimp are sautéed in a rich, buttery glaze made with sweet honey, savory garlic, and a splash of soy for balance. It’s sticky, sweet, slightly garlicky, and totally irresistible.

Best of all? It’s ready in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or a special seafood treat when you’re short on time but still craving something amazing.

Why This Shrimp Recipe Is So Popular

🍤 Juicy, tender shrimp in every bite
🧄 A garlicky, buttery, sweet-savory sauce that coats perfectly
⏱️ Ready in minutes — minimal prep, max flavor
🍚 Perfect with rice, noodles, or veggies
🌟 Family-friendly and great for entertaining

Whether you’re a shrimp lover or just want to impress dinner guests, this dish is always a winner.

Ingredients You’ll Need

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off) 🍤
3 tbsp unsalted butter 🧈
4 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
1/3 cup honey 🍯
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp lemon juice or rice vinegar 🍋
Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
1 tbsp olive oil (for searing)
Chopped parsley or green onions, for garnish 🌿
Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat 🌶️

How to Make Buttery Honey Garlic Shrimp

👨‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions:

Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 1–2 minutes per side, just until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter, then add garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in honey, soy sauce, and lemon juice. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, until slightly thickened and glossy.
Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook another minute or two until heated through.
Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions and serve immediately.

What to Serve with Honey Garlic Shrimp 🍽️

This dish is incredibly versatile! Pair it with:

Steamed white or jasmine rice 🍚
Garlic butter noodles
Stir-fried or roasted veggies 🥦
Mashed potatoes
Fresh salad greens 🥗
Crusty bread to soak up the sauce

Tips for the Best Results 🧠

Don’t overcook the shrimp — they turn rubbery fast. Cook just until pink and curled.
Use fresh garlic for maximum flavor (avoid jarred if possible).
If your sauce reduces too much, add a splash of water or broth.
Prefer a thicker glaze? Simmer the sauce a bit longer before adding the shrimp back in.
For a flavor twist, add a dash of sesame oil or chopped ginger.

Make-Ahead and Storage Tips

Prep Ahead: Mix the sauce ingredients in advance and store in the fridge until ready to cook.
Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Reheat: Gently in a skillet with a splash of water or microwave just until warm (shrimp overcook easily).
Freezing not recommended for best texture.

Fun Variations to Try 🍋🌶️🍍

Spicy Kick: Add chili garlic sauce or sriracha
Citrusy Fresh: Swap lemon for orange juice or lime zest
Tropical Style: Add diced pineapple or mango
Asian Twist: Stir in a touch of hoisin or teriyaki sauce

Buttery Honey Garlic Shrimp is that golden recipe you’ll come back to again and again — easy, elegant, and packed with delicious flavor. Whether you’re whipping it up for a quick weeknight dinner or dazzling guests at your next gathering, this shrimp dish brings the wow factor with every single bite.

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