High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp That's Sweet and Savory Magic

This High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe combines the tender juiciness of shrimp with the perfect balance of honey and garlic, making it a must-try dish.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined

For the Sauce

1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
4 cloves garlic minced
3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch optional, for thickening

Seasoning

to taste salt
to taste pepper

For Garnish

2 tablespoons green onions sliced
1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional

Equipment

Skillet
bowl
whisk

Method

Preparation Steps

Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
In a medium bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil. Whisk together until well blended.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and drizzle in olive oil until shimmering.
Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp and toss gently to coat.
Lower the heat to medium and let it simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes.
Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 24gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best results, dry shrimp thoroughly before cooking and avoid overcooking to maintain tenderness.

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