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High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe

This honey garlic shrimp recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy a delicious, high-protein meal. The sweet and savory sauce perfectly complements the tender shrimp, making it a family favorite.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
Sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch optional, for thickening
Seasoning & Garnish
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds for garnish, optional

Method
 

  1. Rinse shrimp and pat dry.
  2. Mix honey, garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil (add cornstarch for thicker sauce).
  3. Cook shrimp in olive oil over medium-high heat.
  4. Season with salt and pepper; cook until pink (2-3 minutes).
  5. Pour sauce over shrimp and toss.
  6. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until cooked and sauce thickens.
  7. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
  8. Serve immediately.

Notes

Adjust honey and soy sauce to your preferred sweetness and saltiness.