Honey Garlic Shrimp Rice Bowl
This honey garlic shrimp rice bowl is one of those easy dinners that feels a little more put together than the amount of effort it actually takes. The shrimp cooks in just a few minutes and gets coated in a simple honey garlic sauce that’s savory, slightly sweet, buttery, and really good over warm rice.
This is the kind of meal I make on busy nights when I want something fast but still homemade. You can keep it simple with rice and shrimp or add toppings like cucumbers, avocado, eggs, or sriracha mayo depending on what you have in the fridge.
I also love that this recipe uses ingredients I almost always have at home. Frozen shrimp works great, the sauce comes together in one pan, and cleanup is minimal.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in about 20 minutes
- Great for busy weeknights
- Easy to customize with toppings
- Uses simple pantry ingredients
- Works well for meal prep
Tips for the Best Honey Garlic Shrimp
✔️ Pat the shrimp dry before marinating so they sear better in the pan instead of steaming.
✔️ Cook the shrimp in a single layer and avoid overcrowding the pan. This helps them cook evenly and gives them better color.
✔️ Shrimp cooks quickly, so keep an eye on it. Once the shrimp turns pink and curls slightly, it’s done.
✔️ Use freshly minced garlic for the best flavor. Garlic burns fast, so add the shrimp shortly after the garlic becomes fragrant.
✔️ Let the sauce simmer for a minute or two at the end so it thickens and coats the shrimp nicely.
Easy Topping Ideas
This bowl is easy to customize depending on what you have at home.
Some of my favorite toppings:
- sliced cucumbers
- avocado
- soft-boiled or fried eggs
- green onions
- sesame seeds
- sriracha mayo
- kimchi
- steamed edamame
Make It a Full Meal
If you want to stretch the meal a little further, serve it with:
Storage Tips
Store leftover shrimp and rice in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently so the shrimp does not overcook.
More Easy Asian Dinner Recipes
If you liked this honey garlic shrimp rice bowl, here are a few more easy dinners to try next:
- Garlic Noodles
- Korean Beef Bowls
- Spam Fried Rice
- Miso Salmon
- Teriyaki Chicken
If you make this recipe, leave a comment and let me know how it turned out. And if you’re looking for more easy dinners like this, this recipe is also included in my free ebook,12 Easy Asian Weeknight Dinners: Better Than Takeout Recipes You Can Make Tonight. Sign up to get your free copy.
RECIPE
Honey Garlic Shrimp Rice Bowls
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
- 2 cups cooked white rice
Optional Toppings
- Sliced cucumbers
- Avocado
- Soft-boiled or fried egg
- Green onions
- Sesame seeds
- Lime wedges
- Sriracha mayo
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil. Pour about ⅓ of the sauce over the shrimp and let it marinate for 5 minutes. Discard the marinade after marinating.
- Heat a large pan over medium heat and melt the butter. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and lightly caramelized.
- Pour in the remaining sauce and let it simmer for 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened and coating the shrimp.
- Spoon the shrimp over warm rice and add your favorite toppings. Finish with green onions, sesame seeds, and a squeeze of lime if desired.
Notes
- Pat the shrimp dry before cooking so they sear better in the pan.
- Cook the shrimp in a single layer to help them cook evenly and get better color.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
