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High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

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  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A quick and healthy shrimp dish featuring a delightful honey garlic glaze, perfect for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  2. Marinate the shrimp in the sauce for about 15-20 minutes.
  3. Heat a pan over medium heat and add the marinated shrimp along with the sauce.
  4. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  5. Serve the shrimp over steamed rice or with your choice of vegetables.

Notes

For best results, use fresh garlic and consider adding fresh herbs for extra flavor. Adjust cooking time based on shrimp size for perfect texture.