High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe
This High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe features succulent large shrimp cooked in a flavorful honey garlic sauce. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish combines the sweetness of honey with the aromatic punch of garlic and a savory soy sauce base. Garnished with green onions and optional sesame seeds, it makes a perfect high-protein, delicious weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
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)
Seasoning & 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 them dry thoroughly using paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring they cook properly.
- Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, combine the honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil. If you desire a thicker sauce, add the cornstarch and stir well until it is fully incorporated.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add some olive oil. Place the shrimp in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
- Season the Shrimp: Sprinkle salt and pepper evenly over the shrimp. Cook them for about 2-3 minutes until they just start turning pink on one side.
- Add the Sauce: Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce over the shrimp in the skillet. Toss the shrimp gently to coat them thoroughly with the sauce.
- Let it Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the shrimp simmer in the sauce for an additional 3-5 minutes, allowing the shrimp to cook through and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Garnish: Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the cooked shrimp with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if using for added flavor and presentation.
- Serve: Serve the honey garlic shrimp immediately while warm, ideally with rice or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Adding cornstarch is optional but helps achieve a thicker, more luxurious sauce.
- Shrimp cooks quickly; avoid overcooking to maintain tenderness.
- Serve with steamed rice or noodles to soak up the flavorful sauce.
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