Description
High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp is a mouthwatering dish that combines succulent shrimp with a sweet and savory honey-garlic sauce. This quick and easy recipe brings vibrant flavors to your table, making it perfect for any occasion. With each bite, you’ll experience the delightful balance of smoky sweetness and rich garlic, all while benefiting from the high protein content of shrimp. Serve it over rice or alongside steamed vegetables for a nutritious meal that satisfies both hunger and taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1/4 cup raw honey
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 green onions (chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- Thaw frozen shrimp if necessary, rinse under cold water, and pat dry.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and lime juice until combined.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add shrimp in a single layer; cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Pour sauce over cooked shrimp; toss gently to coat. Simmer for an additional minute.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz shrimp (approximately 113g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: - Use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor impact. - Adjust the sweetness by varying honey amounts to your preference. - For added nutrition, consider tossing in bell peppers or snap peas during cooking.