Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Sweet and Spicy Gochujang Shrimp, where tender shrimp are enveloped in a rich blend of gochujang, honey, and garlic. This quick and easy dish promises to elevate your dinner experience with its perfect balance of sweetness and heat. Ideal for cozy weeknight meals or impressing guests at gatherings, serve it over rice or noodles for a complete culinary adventure that will leave everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp (fresh or frozen, thawed)
- 3 tbsp gochujang
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, honey, minced garlic, sesame oil, and lime juice until smooth.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a splash of oil. Cook shrimp for about 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Pour sauce over cooked shrimp in the skillet, stirring to coat evenly; cook for another minute.
- Garnish with green onions and cilantro; serve immediately over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 150mg