Description

This High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe combines succulent, tender shrimp with a flavorful honey garlic sauce. It’s a quick and easy dish perfect for weeknight dinners, boasting a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, and garnished with fresh green onions and optional sesame seeds for an added crunch and aroma.

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 dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure they sear properly when cooked.
Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil. If a thicker sauce is desired, stir in the cornstarch until fully dissolved.
Cook the Shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a small amount of olive oil. Add the shrimp in a single layer, allowing them to cook evenly.
Season the Shrimp: Sprinkle salt and pepper over the shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp start turning pink on one side.
Add the Sauce: Pour the honey garlic mixture over the shrimp, tossing to coat all pieces evenly in the flavorful sauce.
Let it Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the shrimp simmer in the sauce for 3-5 minutes until the shrimp are fully cooked and the sauce has thickened to a glossy consistency.
Garnish: Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the shrimp with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds if using, adding freshness and texture.
Serve: Serve immediately while warm for the best taste and texture experience.

Notes

Shrimp cooks very quickly; avoid overcooking to prevent rubbery texture.
Cornstarch is optional but helps create a thicker, clingy sauce.
Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
For gluten-free, substitute tamari or coconut aminos for soy sauce.
Can be served over rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 recipe (about 4 ounces shrimp with sauce)
Calories: 210 kcal
Sugar: 10 g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 6 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 18 g
Fiber: 0.5 g
Protein: 25 g
Cholesterol: 180 mg

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