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Thomas Baker

High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp: Quick Easy Recipe

This High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe is a quick and easy dish perfect for a healthy meal. Featuring a delicious honey garlic sauce, it's a flavorful example of High Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp, High Protein Seafood, and Healthy Shrimp Recipes that can be prepared in under 30 minutes. Enjoy a protein-packed seafood dinner that's both nutritious and satisfying.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)

Method
 

  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil. Stir in cornstarch if a thicker sauce is desired.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer.
  4. Sprinkle shrimp with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until shrimp start turning pink.
  5. Pour honey garlic sauce over the shrimp and toss to coat evenly.
  6. Lower heat and simmer for 3-5 minutes until shrimp are cooked through and sauce thickens.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
  8. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

  • For a different protein, replace shrimp with chicken, tofu, or scallops. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat gently.