High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp
A delightful high-protein shrimp dish with a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, perfect for quick dinners or entertaining guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Steamed rice or vegetables (for serving)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic until well combined.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until they turn pink and opaque.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp, stirring to thoroughly coat them in the sauce.
- Continue cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to heat through.
- Serve the succulent shrimp over a bed of steamed rice or alongside your favorite vegetables. Garnish with chopped green onions.
Notes
Pat the shrimp dry before cooking for a better sear. Customize the sweetness by adjusting the honey or substituting with alternative sweeteners.