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High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

A delightful and nutritious dish that combines the sweetness of honey with savory garlic, packed with protein.

  • Total Time: 21 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 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

  1. In a bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the shrimp.
  4. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
  5. Serve over cooked rice or alongside steamed vegetables.

Notes

Make sure to not overcook the shrimp; they only need a few minutes to cook through. For added flavor, marinate the shrimp in the honey-garlic mixture for 15-30 minutes before cooking.

  • Author: jessica-baker
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Paleo

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 170mg

Keywords: shrimp, honey garlic, protein, quick meal, stir fry