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Delicious high-protein honey garlic shrimp served on a plate

High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

A quick and nutritious shrimp dish with a delicious sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, perfect for cozy fall dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Asian, Seafood
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 1/4 cup honey Use pure, organic honey for the best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or gluten-free tamari) Gluten-free option available.
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking.
  • 1 teaspoon ginger (freshly grated or powdered)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Garnishes

  • Green onions (sliced) For garnish.
  • Sesame seeds For garnish.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

Mix Sauce

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper.

Cook Shrimp

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Once hot, add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink.

Add Sauce

  • Pour the honey garlic sauce over the cooked shrimp and gently toss to coat.
  • Let it bubble for another 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors and thicken the sauce.

Serve

  • Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, and serve.

Notes

Choose fresh or frozen shrimp, making sure to thaw and dry frozen shrimp for best results. Serve over jasmine rice or with sautéed veggies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 22gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 700mgSugar: 20g
Keyword Easy Shrimp Recipe, fall dinner, Honey Garlic Shrimp, Protein-rich Shrimp, Quick Meal
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