Description

High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp is a quick and wholesome dinner recipe that combines sweet honey and savory garlic for an irresistible glaze over juicy shrimp. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish not only tantalizes the taste buds but also nourishes active bodies with its high protein content.

Ingredients

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1.5 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
Fresh parsley or green onions, chopped, for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare the shrimp by ensuring they are thawed, peeled, deveined, and patted very dry
In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes
In another bowl, mix cornstarch with cold water to make a slurry
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque
Remove shrimp and set aside. Pour the honey garlic sauce into the skillet, bring to a simmer, and add the cornstarch slurry while stirring
Cook the sauce until thickened, then return the shrimp to the skillet, toss to coat, and heat through
Garnish with parsley or green onions and serve hot

Notes

Make sure to pat the shrimp dry for the best texture.

You can adjust the spice level by modifying the red pepper flakes.

Consider adding vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers for more nutrition.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 280 kcal
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 750mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 220mg