High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp
A quick and delicious shrimp dish with a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Use fresh shrimp for the best taste.
- 1/4 cup honey Adjust sweetness according to preference.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce for a gluten-free version.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- to taste Salt and pepper
- Cooked rice or steamed vegetables for serving Pair with rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the pan and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through.
- In a small bowl, mix together honey and soy sauce.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the cooked shrimp and stir to coat.
- Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve the shrimp over cooked rice or with steamed vegetables.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Avoid microwaving to prevent rubbery shrimp. Consider adding vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for increased nutrients.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 24gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12g