High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe
This High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe is a quick and delicious meal combining succulent shrimp with a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for a healthy dinner, it’s loaded with flavor and protein, topped with fresh green onions and optional sesame seeds for an extra touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Seasonings and Garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. This ensures the shrimp is clean and ready for cooking.
- Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil. If you prefer a thicker sauce, stir in cornstarch until fully incorporated.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat some olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
- Season the Shrimp: Sprinkle salt and pepper over the shrimp to taste. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp begin turning pink and opaque.
- Add the Sauce: Pour the prepared honey garlic mixture over the shrimp. Toss gently to coat all shrimp pieces evenly with the sauce.
- Let it Simmer: Reduce the heat to low, allowing the shrimp to simmer in the sauce for 3-5 minutes until thoroughly cooked and the sauce thickens to a glaze-like consistency.
- Garnish: Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle sliced green onions and sesame seeds over the shrimp for added flavor and texture.
- Serve: Serve immediately while warm for the best taste experience.
Notes
- Be careful not to overcook the shrimp to avoid a rubbery texture.
- Cornstarch is optional but recommended if you prefer a thicker sauce.
- Serve with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Adjust honey and soy sauce quantities based on your sweetness and saltiness preference.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce to make the recipe gluten-free.
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