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High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe

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  • Author: Sue
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors with tender shrimp coated in a luscious honey garlic sauce. It’s quick to prepare and cook, making it an ideal high-protein meal that’s both delicious and nutritious, suitable for a healthy dinner option.

Ingredients

Shrimp and Seasoning

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

Garnish

  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • Sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure they sear properly.
  2. Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil. If a thicker sauce is desired, add and stir in the cornstarch until fully combined.
  3. Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer so they cook evenly.
  4. Season the Shrimp: Sprinkle salt and pepper over the shrimp. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until they begin turning pink and opaque on one side.
  5. Add the Sauce: Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp in the skillet. Toss gently to coat all the shrimp evenly with the sauce.
  6. Let it Simmer: Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the shrimp simmer in the sauce for 3 to 5 minutes, allowing the shrimp to cook through fully and the sauce to thicken and intensify in flavor.
  7. Garnish: Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle sliced green onions and optional sesame seeds over the shrimp for a fresh, crunchy garnish.
  8. Serve: Serve the honey garlic shrimp immediately while warm, pairing well with rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Notes

  • You can skip the cornstarch if you prefer a lighter sauce, but it helps achieve a glossy, thickened texture.
  • Make sure not to overcook the shrimp as they turn rubbery quickly; cook just until they are pink and opaque.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce alternative.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated gently.

Find it online: https://suerecipe.com/high-protein-honey-garlic-shrimp-recipe/