Description
High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp is a delightful dish that brings together succulent shrimp and a rich honey-garlic sauce, making it perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and savory flavor profile, this recipe is not only a crowd-pleaser but also a nutritious choice for health-conscious eaters. Whether you’re preparing a quick weeknight dinner or impressing guests at a dinner party, this dish is ready in just 20 minutes. Serve it over rice, toss it in tacos, or pair it with fresh salad—its versatility knows no bounds. With its vibrant presentation and mouthwatering taste, High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp will surely become a favorite on your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry.
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil (add cornstarch if desired).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add shrimp in a single layer.
- Season with salt and pepper; cook until pink (about 2-3 minutes).
- Pour the sauce over the shrimp and toss gently to coat.
- Reduce heat; let simmer for another 3-5 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg