Irresistibly Flavorful High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe
A delightful and easy High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe that promises explosive flavor and versatility in just 40 minutes.
Equipment
- Large skillet
Ingredients
Main Dish
- 1 pound Large Shrimp Peeled and deveined
- 1/3 cup Honey Can substitute with maple syrup
- 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use low-sodium if desired
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Optional thickener
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
For Garnishing
- 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped finely
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Use toasted for extra flavor
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil. If using cornstarch, add it now and whisk until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the shrimp in a single layer.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper over the shrimp, cooking for about 2-3 minutes until they start turning pink.
- Pour the honey garlic mixture over the shrimp, tossing gently to coat.
- Lower the heat and let the shrimp simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes until cooked through.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve immediately with steamed rice or a fresh salad.
Notes
For a spicy twist, add red pepper flakes to the sauce before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 20gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 230mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
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