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High-protein honey garlic shrimp dish garnished with herbs

High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

A quick and elegant shrimp dish with a sweet honey garlic sauce that's perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp and Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh shrimp is recommended for the best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup honey Adjust for sweetness as desired.
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Low-sodium soy sauce can be used if preferred.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Toasting the garlic enhances flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking and flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced Adds a warm spice to the dish.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Season according to preference.
For Serving
  • as needed Steamed rice or vegetables Suggested sides to complement the dish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix together honey, soy sauce, garlic, olive oil, and ginger until well combined.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil.
  2. Once hot, add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they become opaque.
  4. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring to coat.
Serving
  1. Serve generous portions over steamed rice or with your favorite vegetables.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm in a skillet over low heat. You can freeze leftovers for up to a month, but the texture might change.