Teriyaki Shrimp Recipe

This Teriyaki Shrimp Recipe is a quick and flavorful seafood dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Tender jumbo shrimp are lightly marinated, then cooked until perfectly juicy and coated in a rich homemade teriyaki sauce made with soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar. Served over fluffy rice with steamed vegetables, this easy recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor with simple pantry ingredients.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Ready in only 30 minutes.
• Sweet, savory, and perfectly balanced homemade teriyaki sauce.
• Juicy shrimp cook in just minutes.
• Better than takeout with fresh ingredients.
• Perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
• High in protein and easy to customize.
• Pairs well with rice, noodles, or stir-fried vegetables.

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

• 1 pound jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
• ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
• ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
• ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water

For Serving

• Cooked white rice
• Steamed broccoli or mixed vegetables
• Sliced green onions
• Sesame seeds

Instructions

Make the Teriyaki Sauce

1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the grated ginger, minced garlic, brown sugar, honey, white wine vinegar, soy sauce, and black pepper until smooth.

Marinate the Shrimp

2. Place the shrimp in a medium bowl.
3. Pour about 2 tablespoons of the teriyaki sauce over the shrimp.
4. Toss until the shrimp are evenly coated.
5. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Cook the Shrimp

6. Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
7. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer.
8. Cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
9. Transfer the shrimp to a clean plate.

Thicken the Sauce

10. Pour the remaining teriyaki sauce into the skillet and bring it to a gentle boil.
11. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth.
12. Stir the slurry into the simmering sauce.
13. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce becomes glossy and thick.

Finish the Dish

14. Return the shrimp to the skillet.
15. Toss gently until every shrimp is coated in the thickened teriyaki sauce.
16. Cook for another minute, just until heated through.

Serve

17. Spoon the Teriyaki Shrimp Recipe over warm white rice.
18. Add steamed broccoli, snap peas, or your favorite vegetables.
19. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Tips & Tricks

• Pat the shrimp dry before marinating for better browning.
• Avoid overcooking—shrimp become rubbery very quickly.
• Fresh ginger and garlic provide the best flavor.
• Use low-sodium soy sauce to better control the saltiness.
• Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
• Serve over jasmine rice, brown rice, fried rice, or noodles.
• Double the sauce if you enjoy extra for drizzling over rice and vegetables.

Details

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
• Difficulty: Easy
• Dietary Notes: High Protein, Dairy-Free

Notes

Fresh or frozen shrimp both work well in this recipe. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them completely and pat them dry before marinating. Pair this dish with steamed vegetables like broccoli, carrots, green beans, or bok choy for a complete meal. Leftover teriyaki shrimp also makes an excellent filling for rice bowls or lettuce wraps.

Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving)

• Calories: 245
• Protein: 28g
• Carbohydrates: 14g
• Fat: 8g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Fiber: 0g
• Sugar: 10g
• Sodium: 640mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use frozen shrimp?

Yes. Simply thaw the shrimp completely and pat them dry before marinating.

How do I know when shrimp are cooked?

Shrimp are fully cooked when they turn pink and opaque and curl into a loose “C” shape.

Can I make homemade teriyaki sauce ahead of time?

Absolutely. Store the prepared sauce in the refrigerator for up to one week before using.

What vegetables pair well with Teriyaki Shrimp?

Broccoli, snap peas, carrots, bell peppers, zucchini, asparagus, and bok choy are all excellent choices.

Can I use this teriyaki sauce with chicken or salmon?

Yes. The homemade sauce is delicious with grilled chicken, baked salmon, beef, tofu, or stir-fried vegetables.

Storage

Store leftover Teriyaki Shrimp Recipe in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat or in the microwave until warmed through. Avoid overheating to keep the shrimp tender.

Freezing is not recommended, as cooked shrimp may become rubbery after thawing.

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Teriyaki Shrimp Recipe

Teriyaki Shrimp Recipe features juicy shrimp coated in a homemade teriyaki sauce made with soy sauce, honey, garlic, and fresh ginger.

Ready in only 30 minutes.

Perfect for serving over rice with steamed vegetables

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Prep Time 19 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Asian-Inspired

Ingredients

  

For the Shrimp

• 1 pound jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
• ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
• ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
• ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water

For Serving

• Cooked white rice
• Steamed broccoli or mixed vegetables
• Sliced green onions
• Sesame seeds

Instructions

 

Make the Teriyaki Sauce

• In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the grated ginger, minced garlic, brown sugar, honey, white wine vinegar, soy sauce, and black pepper until smooth.
• Marinate the Shrimp
• Place the shrimp in a medium bowl.
• Pour about 2 tablespoons of the teriyaki sauce over the shrimp.
• Toss until the shrimp are evenly coated.
• Refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Cook the Shrimp

• Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
• Arrange the shrimp in a single layer.
• Cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
• Transfer the shrimp to a clean plate.
• Thicken the Sauce
• Pour the remaining teriyaki sauce into the skillet and bring it to a gentle boil.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth.
• Stir the slurry into the simmering sauce.
• Reduce the heat to low and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce becomes glossy and thick.

Finish the Dish

• Return the shrimp to the skillet.
• Toss gently until every shrimp is coated in the thickened teriyaki sauce.
• Cook for another minute, just until heated through.
• Serve
• Spoon the Teriyaki Shrimp Recipe over warm white rice.
• Add steamed broccoli, snap peas, or your favorite vegetables.
• Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving

Notes

Fresh or frozen shrimp both work well in this recipe. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them completely and pat them dry before marinating. Pair this dish with steamed vegetables like broccoli, carrots, green beans, or bok choy for a complete meal. Leftover teriyaki shrimp also makes an excellent filling for rice bowls or lettuce wraps.

Conclusion

This Teriyaki Shrimp Recipe proves that an incredible homemade dinner doesn’t have to be complicated. Juicy shrimp, a rich homemade teriyaki glaze, and simple ingredients come together in just 30 minutes for a meal that’s packed with sweet, savory flavor. Whether served over steamed rice, tossed with noodles, or paired with fresh vegetables, this easy shrimp recipe is sure to become a favorite for busy weeknights and family dinners alike.