High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp
A quick and healthy dish that combines succulent shrimp with a sweet and savory honey-garlic sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Use fresh shrimp for best flavor
- 1/4 cup honey Can substitute with maple syrup for a twist
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Toasting garlic enhances flavor
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking the shrimp
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooked rice or vegetables, for serving Great for soaking up sauce
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix together honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Cooking
- Add the shrimp to the pan, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until coated and heated through.
Serving
- Serve over steamed rice or with your favorite vegetables.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat on the stove for best results.