Description
Discover the joy of High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp, a delightful dish that combines succulent shrimp with a sweet and savory sauce, perfect for any occasion. This quick and easy recipe takes under 30 minutes to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. The rich flavors of honey and garlic create an irresistible glaze that clings to tender shrimp, offering a satisfying protein boost. Serve it over rice, noodles, or alongside fresh vegetables for a complete and nutritious meal that your family will love.
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
- Optional: 1 teaspoon cornstarch (for thickening), sliced green onions, sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry.
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, and cornstarch if desired.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add shrimp in a single layer.
- Season with salt and pepper; cook for 2-3 minutes until pink.
- Pour sauce over shrimp; toss to coat evenly.
- Simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes until cooked through and sauce thickens.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 160mg