High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

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This High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp is quick, tasty, and full of protein. It cooks fast and fits busy weeknights. If you like honey garlic fish, try this crispy honey garlic glazed salmon recipe for another tasty idea.

why make this recipe

Make this recipe when you want a fast, healthy meal. Shrimp cooks in minutes and gives a lot of protein. The honey and garlic make a sweet and savory sauce that most people enjoy. It pairs well with rice or veggies for a simple, balanced plate.

how to make High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

1. Mix the sauce: stir honey, minced garlic, and soy sauce in a bowl.
2. Heat a pan: warm olive oil over medium heat.
3. Cook the shrimp: add peeled and deveined shrimp. Season with salt and pepper. Cook about 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
4. Add the sauce: pour the honey garlic mix over the shrimp. Stir to coat and cook 1–2 more minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
5. Serve: place shrimp over steamed rice or beside your favorite vegetables.

Ingredients :

• shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• honey
• garlic (minced)
• soy sauce
• olive oil
• salt
• pepper
• steamed rice or vegetables (for serving)

Directions :

1. In a bowl, mix together honey, garlic, and soy sauce to create the sauce.
2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
3. Add shrimp, seasoning with salt and pepper, and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
4. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp, stirring to coat evenly, and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
5. Serve the shrimp over steamed rice or alongside your favorite vegetables.

how to serve High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

Serve the shrimp hot over steamed white or brown rice. You can also serve with steamed broccoli, green beans, or a simple salad. Garnish with chopped green onions or a squeeze of lemon if you like.

how to store High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

Let the shrimp cool to room temperature. Put it in an airtight container and put in the fridge. Eat within 2 days for best taste. To reheat, warm gently in a pan over low heat or in the microwave for short bursts.

tips to make High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

• Do not overcook the shrimp; they cook fast and become rubbery if overdone.
• Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
• Taste the sauce before adding; adjust honey or soy sauce to your liking.
• Pat shrimp dry with paper towels before cooking to get a light sear.

variation (if any)

• Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
• Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt.
• Toss in vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas in the pan for a one-pan meal.
• Swap honey for maple syrup for a different sweet note.

FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen shrimp?
A: Yes. Thaw fully and pat dry before cooking.

Q: Is this dish high in protein?
A: Yes. Shrimp is a lean protein that fits high-protein meals.

Q: Can I make the sauce ahead?
A: Yes. Mix the honey, garlic, and soy sauce and store in the fridge for a day. Add to shrimp when cooking.

Q: Can I make this gluten-free?
A: Use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari to make it gluten-free.

High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

• Author: arianarecipes
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Asian
• Diet: Gluten-Free

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Description

Quick and tasty shrimp dish with a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce that fits busy weeknights.

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Ingredients

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• 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1/4 cup honey
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• Steamed rice or vegetables (for serving)

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Instructions

1. Mix the sauce: stir honey, minced garlic, and soy sauce in a bowl.
2. Heat a pan: warm olive oil over medium heat.
3. Cook the shrimp: add peeled and deveined shrimp. Season with salt and pepper. Cook about 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
4. Add the sauce: pour the honey garlic mix over the shrimp. Stir to coat and cook 1–2 more minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
5. Serve: place shrimp over steamed rice or beside your favorite vegetables.

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Notes

Do not overcook the shrimp; they cook fast and become rubbery if overdone. Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 280
• Sugar: 24g
• Sodium: 500mg
• Fat: 11g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 26g
• Fiber: 0g
• Protein: 25g
• Cholesterol: 200mg