Honey Sriracha Glazed Shrimp
Honey Sriracha Glazed Shrimp is the kind of sweet-spicy meal prep that makes plain lunches look embarrassingly underdressed – juicy shrimp coated in a sticky honey-sriracha glaze, paired with sesame broccoli and jasmine rice for a bowl that comes in hot on flavor without blowing up your macros. It’s fast, fiery, a little sticky, and exactly the kind of low-calorie shrimp meal that keeps things interesting.
Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
15 Minutes
Per Serving – Makes 4
576 Calories
42g P | 78g C | 11g F
How to make honey sriracha glazed shrimp
Honey Sriracha Glazed Shrimp
Equipment
Ingredients
For the Shrimp & Marinade:
- 2 lbs raw shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1/3 cup honey
- 6 tbsp sriracha
- 6 tbsp soy sauce low sodium
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tsp black pepper
For the Sesame Broccoli:
- 1.5 lbs broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds optional garnish
For the Rice:
- 1 cup jasmine rice uncooked
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar optional, for flavor boost
Instructions
Make the Marinade
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic powder, ginger, black pepper, and salt.1/3 cup honey, 6 tbsp sriracha, 6 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 tsp garlic powder, 2 tsp grated ginger, 1 tsp black pepper
- Set aside ⅓ of the mixture to use later as a glaze.
Marinate the Shrimp
- Toss raw shrimp with the remaining ⅔ marinade in a bowl or resealable bag. Let sit for 15–30 minutes while you prep the rest.2 lbs raw shrimp
Cook the Rice
- Rinse jasmine rice until water runs clear. Cook using your preferred method (I love my rice cooker). Stir in rice vinegar after cooking, if desired.1 cup jasmine rice, 1 tbsp rice vinegar
Roast the Broccoli
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss broccoli florets with olive oil, sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper.1.5 lbs broccoli florets, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp soy sauce, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp black pepper
- Spread on a large baking sheet and roast for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway. Sprinkle with sesame seeds after roasting.
Cook the Shrimp (Choose Your Method)
- Sear Method:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear marinated shrimp in batches for 1–2 minutes per side, until pink and lightly crisped.
- Air Fryer Method:
- Spray marinated shrimp lightly with oil and air fry at 400°F for 5–6 minutes, shaking halfway through.
Reduce the Glaze:
- While the shrimp cooks, simmer the reserved ⅓ marinade in a small pan over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Toss shrimp in the thickened glaze before serving.
Assemble & Serve
- Divide rice across 4 containers. Top with shrimp and any remaining glaze. Add roasted sesame broccoli on the side and garnish with sesame seeds if desired.1 tbsp sesame seeds
Nutrition
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Approx. 14 WW Points per serving, depending on your specific plan.
Why You’ll Love This Honey Sriracha Glazed Shrimp
This Honey Sriracha Glazed Shrimp is the kind of meal prep that immediately makes plain chicken and rice feel deeply inadequate. You get sticky sweet-and-spicy shrimp coated in glossy honey sriracha glaze, roasted sesame broccoli, and fluffy jasmine rice all packed into a high-protein meal prep that somehow still lands at just 576 calories.
The sauce is what really carries this recipe. The honey brings sweetness, the sriracha delivers heat, the soy sauce adds savory depth, and the sesame oil ties everything together into something that tastes dangerously close to restaurant takeout.
And unlike most takeout shrimp dishes, this version actually leaves you feeling functional afterward instead of immediately needing a nap and a gallon of water.
The shrimp cook incredibly quickly too, which makes this one of the best options for busy weeks when you still want bold flavor without spending an hour in the kitchen.
If you enjoy seafood-based meal prep with aggressive flavor in the best possible way, there are plenty of similar options inside these high-protein shrimp recipes. And if you’re trying to keep calories under control without sacrificing satisfying meals, these low-calorie meal prep recipes are packed with flavorful high-protein options.
The texture balance here works especially well too. The shrimp stay juicy, the glaze thickens into that classic sticky coating, the broccoli develops slight crispness from roasting, and the rice helps soak up all the extra sauce.
Another huge advantage is how adaptable this recipe is. You can make it sweeter, spicier, lower carb, or even more vegetable-heavy without changing the core structure very much.
And because the recipe is both dairy free and high fiber, it fits naturally alongside both dairy free meal prep recipes and high-fiber meal prep recipes when you want lighter meals with real staying power.
Ingredient Substitutions & Customizations
One of the best parts about this Honey Sriracha Glazed Shrimp is how easy it is to customize depending on your spice tolerance, macro goals, or whatever ingredients are currently hanging around your kitchen.
Large raw shrimp work best because they stay juicy and hold up well to the glaze, but medium shrimp also work if that’s what you have available.
The honey sriracha balance is extremely adjustable too. If you want more sweetness, increase the honey slightly. If you want serious heat, crank up the sriracha or add chili garlic sauce.
The sesame oil gives the glaze that classic takeout-style aroma, while the soy sauce and rice vinegar create balance so the sauce doesn’t become overwhelmingly sweet.
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The broccoli works extremely well here because roasting adds texture and slight char that balance the sweetness of the glaze. However, green beans, snap peas, bok choy, or stir fry vegetables also pair very well with the shrimp.
Jasmine rice gives the bowls classic takeout-style energy, but cauliflower rice or brown rice can also work depending on your goals.
You can even swap the shrimp entirely for chicken or salmon if you want a similar sauce profile with different proteins.
The sesame seeds are technically optional, but they genuinely add nice texture and help the finished bowls feel more complete.
Because the recipe cooks extremely quickly once prep is done, it also fits naturally alongside other under 45 minute meal prep recipes when you need efficient lunches with strong flavor.
Expert Tips for Perfect Honey Sriracha Glazed Shrimp
The single biggest key to good shrimp meal prep is not overcooking the shrimp. Shrimp cook ridiculously fast, and even an extra minute can push them from juicy to rubbery.
High heat works best because it allows the shrimp to sear quickly without releasing too much moisture.
Cooking the shrimp in batches also helps if your skillet isn’t large enough. Overcrowded shrimp steam instead of sear.
Reserving part of the marinade before adding the raw shrimp is important too because it allows you to safely reduce the sauce later into a glossy glaze.
The glaze thickens quickly once simmering, so keep an eye on it during reduction. Usually just a few minutes is enough time to turn it sticky and glossy.
For the broccoli, roasting at high heat helps create crisp edges and slight caramelization that pair perfectly with the sweet-and-spicy sauce.
If using the air fryer method for shrimp, shaking halfway through cooking helps ensure even browning and prevents sticking.
The rice vinegar stirred into the rice also makes a surprisingly noticeable difference. It keeps the bowls tasting brighter and lighter overall.
If you enjoy quick skillet-based meal prep recipes with bold sauces, there are plenty more stovetop meal prep recipes built around similar high-heat cooking methods.
Serving Suggestions & Storage Tips
This Honey Sriracha Glazed Shrimp already works as a complete meal prep on its own, but there are still plenty of ways to customize it throughout the week.
Extra green onions, sesame seeds, or even crushed peanuts pair especially well with the sticky glaze.
If you want more crunch, shredded carrots or snap peas added after reheating work extremely well.
For an even spicier version, drizzle additional sriracha or chili crisp over the finished bowls before serving.
The meal prep containers hold up very well in the fridge for about 4 days. The shrimp reheats surprisingly well as long as it wasn’t overcooked initially.
When reheating, microwaving in shorter intervals helps preserve the shrimp texture and prevents rubberiness.
If possible, storing a little extra glaze separately and adding it after reheating keeps the bowls tasting especially fresh throughout the week.
This recipe is especially useful during cutting phases because it delivers massive flavor payoff while still maintaining relatively lean macros and high protein.
If you enjoy customizable rice bowl-style meal prep, there are plenty more flavorful options inside these meal prep bowl recipes and related Asian-inspired meal prep collections.
FAQs
How long should I marinate the shrimp?
About 15–30 minutes is perfect. Shrimp absorb flavor quickly, so longer marinating usually isn’t necessary.
Can I use frozen shrimp?
Absolutely. Just thaw them fully and pat dry before marinating for the best texture.
How long does Honey Sriracha Glazed Shrimp last in the fridge?
It keeps well for about 4 days in airtight meal prep containers.
Can I make this recipe less spicy?
Yes. Simply reduce the amount of sriracha and slightly increase the honey if desired.
What vegetables pair best with honey sriracha shrimp?
Broccoli, snap peas, bok choy, green beans, and stir fry vegetables all work extremely well with the glaze.
This one exists because honey sriracha is a combo I’ll never get tired of, and shrimp is the fastest way to deliver it. Plus… I wanted to add just a little bit of lime to the pairing to keep everyone on their toes. Try it out- let me know if it deserves a repeat in your rotation!