Description
High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp is a quick and delicious dish that perfectly blends sweet honey and savory garlic to create a flavorful experience. This protein-packed shrimp recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, taking only 15 minutes to prepare. Serve it over fluffy rice, stir-fried vegetables, or even as lettuce wraps for a fresh twist. With its easy preparation and delightful taste, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike.
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 the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil. Add cornstarch if desired for thickness.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, adding olive oil.
- Place the shrimp in the skillet in a single layer, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Cook for about 2-3 minutes until they turn pink.
- Pour the honey garlic mixture over the shrimp and toss to coat evenly.
- Lower the heat and simmer for 3-5 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 190mg