Description
Experience a flavor explosion with this Irresistible Sweet and Spicy Gochujang Shrimp recipe! Plump shrimp are marinated in a luscious blend of gochujang, honey, soy sauce, and garlic, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and heat. Ideal for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this dish is quick to prepare and sure to impress your guests. Serve it over rice or noodles to soak up the vibrant sauce—your taste buds will thank you!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 3 tbsp gochujang
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 scallions (sliced)
- Optional: Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, honey, soy sauce, lime juice, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Add shrimp to the marinade and coat well; let sit for 15-20 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Add marinated shrimp in a single layer.
- Cook for about 2-3 minutes until they start turning pink; add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Remove from heat when shrimp are fully cooked (opaque), then top with scallions and cilantro before serving over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup cooked shrimp (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 160mg