High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp
A quick and delicious high-protein meal featuring shrimp coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or vegetables for serving
Instructions
- Start by ensuring your shrimp is thawed, cleaned, and patted dry.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, minced garlic, and soy sauce.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer; let them cook for about 2-3 minutes without stirring.
- Once the shrimp are beautifully seared, pour the honey garlic sauce over and toss to coat.
- Taste your shrimp and season with salt and pepper if needed.
Notes
For an exciting kick, consider adding sriracha or diced chili to the sauce. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end can elevate the flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: shrimp, honey garlic, seafood, quick dinner, high-protein