An Amazing Ultimate Recipe
This High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe is a delightful and flavorful dish that is quick and easy to prepare. The combination of sweet honey, pungent garlic, and savory soy sauce creates a mouthwatering glaze that perfectly coats plump shrimp. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Sauce:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Additional:
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil. If you prefer a thicker sauce, stir in cornstarch.
- Cook the Shrimp: In a large skillet, heat some olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer.
- Season the Shrimp: Sprinkle the shrimp with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they start turning pink.
- Add the Sauce: Pour the honey garlic mixture over the shrimp. Toss to ensure all pieces are coated evenly.
- Let it Simmer: Lower the heat and let the shrimp simmer in the sauce for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
- Serve: Enjoy your dish immediately, while it’s still warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
