Description
This high-protein honey garlic shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender shrimp coated in a glossy sweet and savory glaze. Ready in just 20 minutes, it makes a satisfying and balanced meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and lightly season with salt and black pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic until combined.
- In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a smooth slurry.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on one side until they begin to turn pink.
- Flip the shrimp and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until nearly cooked through.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce into the skillet and stir to coat the shrimp evenly.
- Add the cornstarch slurry and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken into a glossy glaze.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle spicy kick.
Toss in broccoli, snap peas, or bell peppers for extra vegetables.
For a gluten-free option, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
Add fresh ginger or a drizzle of sesame oil for deeper flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat or in short microwave intervals to prevent overcooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 190 mg
