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High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

A quick and flavorful dish featuring shrimp marinated in a delicious honey-garlic sauce, perfect for busy weeknights and packed with protein.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Fusion
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or thawed from frozen
  • 1/4 cup honey Can substitute with agave syrup or maple syrup
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic is preferred for better flavor
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking shrimp
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning to preference
For Serving
  • to taste Steamed rice or vegetables Such as broccoli, snap peas, or bell peppers

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, whisk together honey, garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Add shrimp to the marinade and let sit for 10 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until pink and cooked through.
Serving
  1. Serve over steamed rice or alongside your favorite vegetables.

Notes

For added flavor, garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions. Can store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.