Description
High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp is a quick and delicious dish that marries sweet and savory flavors in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this protein-packed meal features succulent shrimp coated in a sticky honey garlic sauce. Serve it over rice, noodles, or enjoy it as a standalone appetizer. With its simple preparation and customizable options, you can easily adapt this recipe to suit your taste. Impress your family and friends with this satisfying seafood delight tonight!
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
- Garnishes: green onions, sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry.
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil; stir well.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add shrimp in a single layer.
- Season with salt and pepper; cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turn pink.
- Pour the honey garlic mixture over the shrimp; toss to coat evenly.
- Lower heat and simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg