Description
Spicy Gochujang Shrimp is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transforms ordinary shrimp into an extraordinary meal. Coated in a spicy-sweet gochujang sauce, this quick recipe not only pleases the palate but also fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this dish can be served over rice, noodles, or in tacos. In just 20 minutes, you can impress your family and friends with a delightful culinary experience they’ll rave about!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tbsp gochujang
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions (chopped, for garnish)
- Cooked basmati rice or noodles (for serving)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for smoother cooking.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and sesame oil.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer; cook until pink and opaque (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic to the skillet during the last minute of cooking; stir until fragrant.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the shrimp; cook for an additional minute until fully coated.
- Serve over rice or noodles and garnish with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg