Description
Whip up these succulent, high-protein honey garlic shrimp in minutes! Juicy pan-seared shrimp bathed in a glossy, sweet-savory sauce. Full cooking guide and nutrition facts for a quick, healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat the peeled and deveined shrimp dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic. In a separate tiny bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry; add this slurry to the honey-garlic mixture and stir well.
- Step 2: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until they turn pink and opaque. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary. Remove the cooked shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Step 3: Reduce the heat to medium. Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce mixture into the same skillet. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, stirring continuously, until it thickens to a glossy glaze, which should take about 1-2 minutes.
- Step 4: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the thickened honey garlic sauce. Toss gently to ensure all the shrimp are thoroughly coated in the sweet and savory glaze. Cook for another minute, just to heat through.
- Step 5: Serve the High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp immediately, garnished generously with the thinly sliced green onions. It pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or a side of vegetables.
Notes
- To maintain freshness and flavor, store any leftovers promptly in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.
- For the best texture, gently reheat the shrimp in a skillet over low heat until just warmed, adding a splash of water or broth to loosen the sauce if needed, to prevent overcooking.
- While delicious with steamed rice, try pairing this dish with a crisp Asian-inspired slaw or a light cucumber salad to balance the rich sauce with a refreshing crunch.
- For perfectly tender, juicy shrimp every time, ensure they are thoroughly patted dry before cooking and avoid overcooking, as they cook very quickly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups cooked
- Calories: 350
- Sodium: 1650mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 24g