Description
A delightful and simple recipe for honey garlic shrimp that packs a high protein punch, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or steamed vegetables for serving
Instructions
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
- Coat the shrimp in the marinade and let sit for about 10 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the shrimp in a single layer for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and fully opaque.
- Serve the shrimp over rice or alongside steamed vegetables.
Notes
For a heartier option, substitute shrimp with chicken thighs and adjust the cooking time. Add red pepper flakes for heat, or swap honey with maple syrup for a plant-based version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: shrimp, honey garlic, high protein, easy recipes, weeknight meals, Asian cuisine