Description
High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp is a deliciously satisfying dish that combines succulent shrimp with a rich, sweet-savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and packed with protein, making it a healthy choice for any meal. With just 20 minutes of cooking time, you can whip up this culinary delight that not only impresses your guests but also satisfies your cravings. Serve it over steamed rice, quinoa, or in tacos, and enjoy the versatility of flavors and textures that elevate each bite.
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
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil. Stir in cornstarch if desired for thickening.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add shrimp in a single layer.
- Season with salt and pepper; cook for 2-3 minutes until pink.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp; toss to coat evenly.
- Lower heat and let simmer for 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: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 150mg