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High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe

Sweet & Savory High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe

High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp: A quick, healthy dinner option with a delightful sweet and savory sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp peeled and deveined
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh minced
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce low-sodium
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch optional
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds optional

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Steps to Prepare
  1. Rinse your large shrimp under cold water and gently pat them dry.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, fresh minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, and cornstarch until everything is evenly combined.
  3. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the shrimp in a single layer.
  4. Sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper over the shrimp. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turns a vibrant pink color.
  5. Carefully pour the honey garlic mixture over the shrimp, tossing them gently to coat evenly.
  6. Lower the heat and let the shrimp simmer for 3-5 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  7. Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with freshly chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 22gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 175mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 320mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with lime juice for an extra zesty kick. Can be served over rice or quinoa for a complete meal.

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