Honey Garlic Shrimp Rice Bowl (Printable)

Shrimp in sweet garlic sauce served on rice. Fast, delicious, and ideal for weeknight dinners.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Main Components

01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice

→ Sauce Mixture

03 - 1/4 cup honey
04 - 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
05 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

→ Cooking Oils and Thickeners

07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
08 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
09 - 1 tablespoon water (if using cornstarch)

→ Garnishes

10 - 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced
11 - 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

# How-To:

01 - Prepare rice following package instructions using your preferred method. Keep rice warm for serving.
02 - Combine honey, low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a bowl. For a thicker sauce, dissolve cornstarch in water and whisk into the mixture.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange shrimp in a single layer and cook each side for 2–3 minutes until pink and lightly golden.
04 - Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce over cooked shrimp. Continue cooking for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp evenly.
05 - Portion rice into individual serving bowls. Arrange glazed shrimp and sauce over rice. Top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare
  • Family-friendly flavors
02 -
  • Fresh ginger adds extra flavor
  • Cornstarch is optional for a thicker sauce
03 -
  • Use fresh shrimp for the best texture
  • Prepare all ingredients before cooking for efficiency
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