High Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp Recipe
This High Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe is a quick and flavorful dish featuring large shrimp sautéed in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for a nutritious dinner, it combines succulent shrimp with a glaze of honey, garlic, soy sauce, and a touch of olive oil, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds for extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
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 & Garnishes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water thoroughly and pat them dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture which helps in better searing.
- Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil. If you prefer a thicker glaze, add the cornstarch to the mixture and stir well to combine.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a small amount of olive oil. Place the shrimp in a single layer in the hot skillet to ensure even cooking.
- Season the Shrimp: Sprinkle salt and pepper on the shrimp to enhance their flavor. Cook them for 2 to 3 minutes until they begin to turn pink and opaque on one side.
- Add the Sauce: Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp, tossing gently to coat all the shrimp pieces evenly with the flavorful mixture.
- Let it Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and allow the shrimp to simmer in the sauce for 3 to 5 minutes. This helps the shrimp cook through completely and lets the sauce thicken to a glaze consistency.
- Garnish: Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle sliced green onions and sesame seeds over the dish to add freshness and a nutty crunch.
- Serve: Serve the honey garlic shrimp immediately while warm, paired well with steamed rice or your choice of side.
Notes
- For a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water before adding to the sauce to prevent lumps.
- Shrimp cook very quickly; avoid overcooking to keep them tender and juicy.
- You can substitute soy sauce with low-sodium soy sauce to reduce sodium content.
- This recipe pairs well with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and honey based on your preferred balance of savory and sweetness.
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