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10-Minute Teriyaki Shrimp

Plump shrimp glazed in sweet-savory teriyaki and toasted sesame seeds—ready in less time than takeout delivery. High-heat skillet sear locks in flavor while the sauce clings to every bite.

Total time
10 min
Servings
2
Calories
280
Protein
32g
10-Minute Teriyaki Shrimp
quicksatisfyingamericanshrimpjuicytenderweeknightmain-dish

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ½ cup teriyaki sauce
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 1 minute.

  2. 2

    Add shrimp and cook without stirring until the undersides turn pink, about 90 seconds.

  3. 3

    Flip and cook the other side until opaque throughout, about 90 seconds more.

  4. 4

    Pour teriyaki sauce into the skillet and toss shrimp to coat, about 30 seconds.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle sesame seeds over the shrimp and stir once to combine.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately while the sauce is glossy and hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet
  • spatula

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