Description
High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory notes. This delightful recipe features succulent shrimp coated in a rich honey-garlic glaze, making it an ideal meal for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. With minimal prep time, impressive presentation, and a boost of protein, this dish will satisfy your cravings and impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
- Chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil; set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp; stir to coat evenly.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider including vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas during cooking. Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey used in the sauce.