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Delicious honey garlic shrimp served in a vibrant bowl with vegetables and rice.
Serine Milo

Honey Garlic Shrimp Bowls

These honey garlic shrimp bowls combine sweet and savory flavors with colorful veggies and fluffy rice, making for a warm and comforting meal in just about 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Fusion
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp and Marinade
  • 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined; you can use fresh or frozen)
  • 1/4 cup honey (for that delightful sweetness; agave can be a swap)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (low-sodium recommended for a lighter take)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced; garlic powder is a quick alternative)
  • 1 tablespoon ginger (freshly grated; powdered ginger can work in a pinch)
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (or your preferred cooking oil)
  • 1 cup bell peppers (sliced; a mix of colors for visual appeal)
  • 1 cup snap peas (or your favorite green veggie)
  • 4 cups cooked rice (jasmine or brown rice; quinoa is a nutritious swap)
  • to taste sesame seeds (for garnish; add sunflower seeds for crunch)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger, and stir well.
  2. Toss the shrimp into the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated, and allow them to marinate for about 10-15 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the sliced bell peppers and snap peas, sautéing for about 3-4 minutes until tender yet still crisp.
  3. Move the veggies to one side of the skillet and add the shrimp.
  4. Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque.
  5. Stir everything together and serve over rice, garnished with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10g

Notes

Feel free to add in your favorite vegetables or swap shrimp for tofu or chickpeas for a vegetarian option. For a quick version, use pre-cooked shrimp and skip the marinating step. A splash of lime or crushed red pepper flakes adds a zesty twist.

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