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Easy Orange Garlic Shrimp Dish for Busy Weeknights
Juicy shrimp are sautéed in a sweet, tangy, and garlicky orange sauce that’s bursting with citrus flavor. This quick and easy dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a refreshing summer meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- ½ cup fresh orange juice about 2 oranges
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water optional, for thickening
- 1 green onion sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Prep Shrimp:
- Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Make the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, and honey. Set aside.
- Cook Shrimp:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic:
- In the same pan, reduce heat to medium and add garlic. Sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add Sauce:
- Pour in the orange sauce. Bring to a simmer. If using cornstarch, stir it in now to thicken the sauce.
- Combine:
- Return shrimp to the pan and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook another 1–2 minutes.
- Serve:
- Garnish with green onion and sesame seeds. Serve over rice, noodles, or steamed veggies.
Notes
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- For extra citrus, top with a squeeze of fresh lime or extra orange zest before serving.
- Pairs well with jasmine rice or quinoa.
Nutrition
Calories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 26gFat: 10gSodium: 260mgSugar: 11g