Honey Garlic and Lemon Shrimp Stir-Fry

Shrimps are very easy to find in grocery stores, supermarkets and even in the talipapa at the kanto, no wonder it is a common ingredient in almost any dish in the Philippines.  This dish is very simple and easy to whip up at a short notice even with the marinating time of 20 minutes, the dish is ready in less than an hour. This is our version of the Honey Garlic and Lemon Shrimp Stir-Fry, enjoy!

INGREDIENTS:

500 grams Shrimps, deveined and shelled
1 1/2 tablespoons garlic, crushed and minced
2 tablespoons honey
juice from 1 lemon (around 2 tablespoons)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
green onion, sliced thinly for garnish
2 tablespoons olive oil

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Place the shrimps in a bowl.  Marinate with garlic, honey, lemon and soy sauce.  Place in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
2. In a pan, heat oil.  Sear the shrimp without the marinade and cook through.  Add the remaining marinade and cook for a minute or until the sauce is reduced.
3. Transfer to a serving dish.  Garnish with green onion.
4. Serve hot and with love.

⚠️SUGGESTIONS:

Make sure that the shrimps are not overcooked because they tend to become rubbery if overcooked.  They should be plump and still juicy inside to get the full flavor of the dish.