High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp
Indulge in a culinary delight with this High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp, where succulent shrimp are enveloped in a rich honey garlic glaze. This dish perfectly balances sweet and savory notes, making it an irresistible addition to any meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Serve it over rice or quinoa for a nutritious and satisfying dinner that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
- Add the shrimp to the marinade and let soak for 15-20 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Remove the shrimp from the skillet. Pour any remaining marinade into the pan and simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
- Serve the shrimp drizzled with reduced sauce over rice or quinoa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 155mg