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High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

A delightful dish that combines the natural sweetness of honey with savory garlic and shrimp, perfect for quick dinners or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic is recommended
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving
  • Cooked rice or vegetables for serving Rice or your favorite vegetables

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well blended.
  2. Add the peeled shrimp to the bowl, ensuring they’re fully coated with the marinade. Let them sit and marinate for about 15 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Preheat a pan over medium-high heat, then add the marinated shrimp along with the leftover marinade.
  2. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked through.
  3. Serve the freshly cooked shrimp over a bed of steamed rice or alongside your favorite sautéed vegetables.

Notes

For alternate proteins, feel free to swap the shrimp for chicken or tofu. Serve with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnishing.