Honey Garlic Shrimp High Protein Recipe for Quick Weeknight Meals
High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender shrimp coated in a sweet and savory garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon green onions
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Thaw and pat shrimp dry.
- Mix honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger.
- Combine cornstarch with water.
- Cook shrimp in oil for 1–2 minutes per side.
- Remove shrimp and simmer sauce.
- Add cornstarch mixture and thicken.
- Return shrimp, coat, and serve.
Notes
Do not overcook shrimp.
Adjust sweetness or salt as desired.