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High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

A dish packed with flavor and nutrition featuring sweet honey glaze paired with tender shrimp. This recipe offers a delightful balance of sweetness and savory elements, ready in less than 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Seafood
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch optional, for thickening
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 green onions sliced for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil. If you prefer a thicker sauce, stir in cornstarch.
  3. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer.
  4. Sprinkle the shrimp with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they start turning pink and opaque.
  5. Pour the honey garlic mixture over the shrimp. Toss to ensure all pieces are coated evenly.
  6. Lower the heat to medium-low and let the shrimp simmer in the sauce for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until cooked through and the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
  8. Serve immediately while warm over rice, quinoa, or greens.

Notes

Use fresh shrimp for best flavor and texture (frozen works but must be fully thawed). Adjust garlic level to taste - increase for more robust flavor or decrease if sensitive. Experiment with different honey varieties (clover, orange blossom, wildflower). Add more veggies like bell peppers, snap peas, or broccoli during cooking. For spicy twist, add red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce.