Honey Garlic Shrimp Bowls: Quick & Easy Dinner
A rapid weeknight dinner with juicy shrimp in a sweet-savory honey garlic sauce, served over fluffy rice or quinoa and steamed broccoli. Perfectly balanced flavors and packed with protein.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 25
- Yield: 2-4 bowls
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American/Asian-Inspired
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
¼ cup honey
¼ cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cups cooked white rice, brown rice, or quinoa
1 cup broccoli florets, steamed or sautéed
¼ cup green onions, finely sliced
Optional: sesame seeds or crushed red pepper flakes for garnish
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Add shrimp, garlic, and ginger; sauté 1-2 minutes until pink and slightly golden.
Stir in honey and soy sauce, reduce heat to medium, and simmer 3-4 minutes until shrimp are fully cooked through.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Divide cooked rice or quinoa into bowls, layer steamed broccoli, and top with shrimp mixture.
Sprinkle with green onions and optional garnishes like sesame seeds or red pepper flakes.
Notes
For gluten-free option, substitute tamari for soy sauce.
Use pre-chopped ginger and garlic for convenience.
Swap broccoli for kale, cabbage, or snap peas if preferred.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.