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High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

A quick and easy dish featuring shrimp marinated in a delicious honey garlic sauce, perfect for boosting your protein intake.

  • 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 vegetables for serving

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the shrimp to the marinade and let it sit for 15 minutes.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, add the shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are pink and cooked through.
  4. Serve the shrimp over cooked rice or with your favorite vegetables.

Notes

Make sure not to overcook the shrimp, as they can become rubbery. Consider adding a splash of lemon juice or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.

  • Author: jessica-baker
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 23g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: shrimp, honey garlic, high protein, quick meals, healthy recipes