Honey-Garlic Shrimp with Sesame Rice
Succulent shrimp glazed in a sticky honey-garlic sauce served on a bed of fluffy sesame-infused jasmine rice for a flavorful seafood meal. This asian fusion-inspired seafood ready in about 35 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rice and 1 1/4 cups water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes.
- Step 2: Season 1 lb large peeled and deveined shrimp with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 3: Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Step 4: Lower heat to medium and add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 5: Stir in 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes syrupy.
- Step 6: Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the honey-garlic sauce. Drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil over the shrimp and stir to combine.
- Step 7: Fluff the jasmine rice with a fork, stir in 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and serve the honey-garlic shrimp over the sesame rice.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Garlic Shrimp with Sesame Rice take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Honey-Garlic Shrimp with Sesame Rice?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep salt from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Garlic Shrimp with Sesame Rice?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Honey-Garlic Shrimp with Sesame Rice for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Honey-Garlic Shrimp with Sesame Rice?
Asian Fusion seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
