High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp
A quick and delicious shrimp dish coated in sweet honey and savory garlic, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
For the Honey Garlic Sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce Use low-sodium version if desired.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- to taste salt and pepper
For the Shrimp
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
For Serving
- Steamed rice or vegetables, for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, grated ginger, salt, and pepper. Stir until well blended.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the peeled shrimp.
Cooking
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp and stir to ensure they’re thoroughly coated.
- Cook for about 3-5 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are no longer translucent.
Serving
- Serve immediately over steamed rice or alongside your favorite vegetables.
Notes
Marinate the shrimp in the sauce for 30 minutes for added flavor. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp as they can become rubbery.