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Delicious high-protein honey garlic shrimp served on a plate with vegetables

High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

This High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp is a quick and simple dish that combines bright garlic and sweet honey with juicy shrimp, perfect for busy weeknights or a fast dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined Use fresh or fully thawed for best results.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari Use tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water Optional, for thicker sauce.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • garnish Chopped green onion or parsley

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the shrimp dry and season with a little salt and pepper.
Making the sauce
  1. Mix honey, soy sauce, garlic, and vinegar in a small bowl.
Cooking the shrimp
  1. Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook 1 to 2 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp to a plate.
Finishing the dish
  1. Lower the heat to medium. Add the honey garlic mix to the pan. Let it bubble for 30 seconds, then add the cornstarch slurry if you like a thicker sauce. Stir until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute.
  2. Return the shrimp to the pan and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook another 30 seconds so flavors combine.
  3. Serve hot, garnish with green onion or parsley. Enjoy with rice, salad, or vegetables.

Notes

Use fresh or fully thawed shrimp for even cooking. Don’t overcook the shrimp to avoid a rubbery texture. Adjust honey or soy sauce in the sauce to your liking. For added protein, serve over quinoa or greens, and for heat, add red pepper flakes or sriracha.