Craving something quick, flavorful, and absolutely unforgettable? This Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe is your new weeknight hero. Packed with sweet, savory, and spicy elements, it turns ordinary shrimp into a show-stopping dinner. Whether you’re meal-prepping or cooking for the whole family, this dish is a must-try.

It all started when my husband came home late from work one night, starving and tired. I whipped up this Honey Garlic Shrimp with a touch of chili lime sauce in under 30 minutes, and it instantly became one of his all-time favorites. Now, it’s our go-to meal after long days or when we just want a cozy, flavor-packed dinner without the fuss. My kids love it too—especially when I let them add their own toppings.

Why This Spicy Shrimp Bowl

This spicy shrimp bowl combines the sticky sweetness of honey garlic shrimp with a zesty chili lime sauce for a flavor experience that is truly unbeatable.

• Explosive Flavor: Honey, garlic, soy, and chili lime combine for a taste that’s bold and perfectly balanced.
• Nutritious & Quick: High in protein, this recipe is light, satisfying, and ready in just 30 minutes.
• Totally Customizable: Swap in brown rice, add colorful veggies, or sub shrimp with tofu or chicken.
• Family & Meal-Prep Friendly: Loved by kids and adults alike and ideal for prepping ahead.

Ingredients for Shrimp Rice Bowl

Shrimp: (450g / 1 lb) – The star of the dish, rich in protein and quick to cook. Honey: (30g / 2 tbsp) – Adds the sweet element that balances the spice. Soy Sauce: (45ml / 3 tbsp) – Deepens the umami flavor of the marinade. Garlic: (3 cloves, minced) – Essential for that aromatic kick. Olive Oil: (15ml / 1 tbsp) – Helps to sear the shrimp beautifully. Salt & Pepper: – To taste, enhances the overall flavor.

Cooked Rice: (360g / 2 cups) – White or brown rice for a satisfying base. Sesame Oil: (15ml / 1 tbsp) – Infuses the rice with nutty, rich flavor.

Lime Juice: (30ml / 2 tbsp) – Adds brightness to the sauce. Chili Paste/Sriracha: (15ml / 1 tbsp) – Provides a spicy kick. Honey: (15g / 1 tbsp) – Balances the heat in the chili lime sauce. Soy Sauce: (5ml / 1 tsp) – Rounds out the sauce’s flavor. Lime Zest: (From 1 lime) – Intensifies the citrus zing.

Toppings:
Sliced Green Onions, Fresh Cilantro, Sesame Seeds, Lime Wedges – Add freshness and crunch.

How to Make Spicy Shrimp Bowl

1. Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp and let marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Cook the Rice: Cook your rice as per instructions. Stir in sesame oil once done.
3. Chili Lime Sauce: In a small bowl, mix lime juice, chili paste, honey, soy sauce, and zest. Set aside.
4. Cook the Shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high. Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
5. Assemble the Bowl: Scoop rice into bowls. Top with shrimp and remaining marinade.
6. Drizzle Sauce & Garnish: Add chili lime sauce and sprinkle with green onions, cilantro, sesame seeds, and lime wedges.

Notes

• For a milder version, reduce the chili paste quantity.
• This honey garlic shrimp recipe can be doubled for batch cooking.
• Tofu works great as a shrimp alternative for vegetarians.

Conclusion

There’s something magical about the sweet and savory harmony of honey garlic shrimp. This spicy shrimp bowl is bold, fast, and full of love. If you try it, don’t forget to let me know how it turned out in the comments or tag me on Instagram!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this with frozen shrimp?
Yes! Just thaw them completely first so they marinate and cook evenly.

Can I use another protein?
Absolutely. Chicken or tofu works perfectly with the same marinade and sauce.

Is this good for meal prep?
Yes, it keeps well in the fridge for 2-3 days. Store sauce separately and reheat gently.

What rice works best?
I love jasmine or basmati rice, but brown rice or even quinoa are great too!

Is this spicy?
It has a nice kick! But you can control the heat by adjusting the amount of chili paste.

Honey Garlic Shrimp

Craving something quick, flavorful, and absolutely unforgettable? This Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe is your new weeknight hero.

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Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Keyword: honey garlic shrimp

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• Shrimp: 450g / 1 lb – The star of the dish, rich in protein and quick to cook. Honey: (30g / 2 tbsp) – Adds the sweet element that balances the spice. Soy Sauce: (45ml / 3 tbsp) – Deepens the umami flavor of the marinade. Garlic: (3 cloves, minced) – Essential for that aromatic kick. Olive Oil: (15ml / 1 tbsp) – Helps to sear the shrimp beautifully. Salt & Pepper: – To taste, enhances the overall flavor.
• Cooked Rice: 360g / 2 cups – White or brown rice for a satisfying base. Sesame Oil: (15ml / 1 tbsp) – Infuses the rice with nutty, rich flavor.
• Lime Juice: 30ml / 2 tbsp – Adds brightness to the sauce. Chili Paste/Sriracha: (15ml / 1 tbsp) – Provides a spicy kick. Honey: (15g / 1 tbsp) – Balances the heat in the chili lime sauce. Soy Sauce: (5ml / 1 tsp) – Rounds out the sauce’s flavor. Lime Zest: (From 1 lime) – Intensifies the citrus zing.

Toppings:

• Sliced Green Onions Fresh Cilantro, Sesame Seeds, Lime Wedges – Add freshness and crunch.

Instructions

• Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp and let marinate for 15 minutes.
• Cook the Rice: Cook your rice as per instructions. Stir in sesame oil once done.
• Chili Lime Sauce: In a small bowl, mix lime juice, chili paste, honey, soy sauce, and zest. Set aside.
• Cook the Shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high. Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
• Assemble the Bowl: Scoop rice into bowls. Top with shrimp and remaining marinade.
• Drizzle Sauce & Garnish: Add chili lime sauce and sprinkle with green onions, cilantro, sesame seeds, and lime wedges.

Notes

For a milder version, reduce the chili paste quantity.

This honey garlic shrimp recipe can be doubled for batch cooking.

Tofu works great as a shrimp alternative for vegetarians.