Description
This Honey Orange Shrimp is a vibrant dish bursting with sweet and zesty flavors, perfect for any occasion. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a quick and satisfying meal that will brighten your day.
Ingredients
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- 12–15 frozen shrimp
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 navel oranges, juiced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 tsp ginger
- 1/2 tsp salt
- dash of pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp arrowroot powder + 2 tbsp water
- optional: fresh cilantro
- optional: red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Begin by heating 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium-sized pan over medium-high heat. Wait until the oil shimmers, indicating it’s ready.
- Add the 12-15 frozen shrimp to the pan, ensuring they are spread out evenly. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a dash of pepper. Cook for about 4-5 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Once the shrimp are cooked, remove them from the pan and set aside on a plate. Allow the pan to cool slightly before moving on to the sauce.
- In a small bowl, combine the juice of 2 navel oranges, 2 tablespoons of coconut aminos, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons of honey, 1/4 teaspoon of ginger, and another dash of pepper. Stir until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of arrowroot powder with 2 tablespoons of water until smooth. This will be used to thicken your sauce.
- Return the pan to medium heat, pour in the orange sauce, and stir continuously to prevent it from sticking to the pan. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until it starts to bubble.
- Next, add in the arrowroot mixture to the sauce. Continue stirring for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. Watch for it to coat the back of a spoon.
- Finally, add the cooked shrimp back into the pan, ensuring they are well-coated with the sauce. Remove from heat after about 1 minute.
- Serve the shrimp over 1 cup of cooked jasmine rice and garnish with fresh cilantro and red pepper flakes if desired. Enjoy your vibrant Honey Orange Shrimp!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Don’t overcook the shrimp! They should be just opaque and tender. Use a non-stick pan to ensure your sauce doesn’t stick while cooking. For a more intense flavor, let the sauce simmer a bit longer before adding the shrimp.