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High-protein honey garlic shrimp served on a plate with vegetables

High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

This delightful recipe showcases perfectly cooked shrimp glistening in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, perfect for special occasions or a cozy family meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Gourmet
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Serving
  • as needed Cooked rice or vegetables Serve over steamed rice or alongside vibrant steamed vegetables.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  3. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
  4. Remove from heat and serve over steamed rice or with your favorite vegetables.

Notes

Enhance flavor with a squeeze of lime juice right before serving. Customize with your favorite spices, such as red pepper flakes for heat.