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High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp for a Quick, Savory Delight

Enjoy flavorful High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp, a quick dish ready in just 20 minutes, perfect for dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb Large Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil for cooking
For the Sauce
  • 1/3 cup Honey or maple syrup
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce low-sodium if preferred
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch optional
For Seasoning and Garnish
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Green Onions chopped, for garnish
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse and dry the large shrimp, ensuring they are peeled and deveined.
  2. In a bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil until mixed. If desired, whisk in cornstarch.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, and arrange the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes until pink on one side.
  4. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, flip, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until fully cooked.
  5. Pour the sauce over the cooked shrimp and toss to coat evenly.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens.
  7. Remove from heat, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired, and serve warm over rice or veggies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 24gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently to maintain texture.

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