High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp
A flavor-packed shrimp dish that’s easy to make and rich in protein, perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or vegetables for serving
Instructions
- Prep the shrimp by rinsing it under cold water and patting it dry with paper towels.
- Make the sauce by whisking together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Cook the shrimp in a single layer, letting them sit for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink on the bottom.
- Flip the shrimp and pour the honey garlic mixture over the top, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and optionally a squeeze of lime.
- Remove from skillet and serve over rice or fresh vegetables.
Notes
For an extra touch, garnish with sesame seeds and finely chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: shrimp, honey garlic, high protein, quick dinner, seafood
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