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Quick Honey Garlic Shrimp with Protein Boost
Anderson Jorge

Quick Honey Garlic Shrimp with Protein Boost

Quick Honey Garlic Shrimp with Protein Boost
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 –4 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar optional
  • Red pepper flakes optional, for heat
  • Green onions sliced (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds optional, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and rice vinegar (if using).
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  5. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp and stir gently to coat.
  6. Continue cooking 1–2 minutes more until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes glossy.
  7. Remove from heat and sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds.
  8. Serve hot over rice, quinoa, or vegetables.

Notes

  • Protein: ~24 g
  • Fat: ~8–10 g
  • Carbohydrates: ~35–40 g
  • Fiber: ~1–2 g
  • Sodium: ~600–800 mg