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A close-up of glistening High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp coated in a savory sauce and sprinkled with herbs.

High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

A quick recipe for shrimp in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. This dish is high in protein and suitable for a weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Calories: 352
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Honey Garlic Sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp ginger freshly grated
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Set both aside.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque.
  3. Pour the honey garlic sauce mixture over the shrimp in the skillet. Bring the sauce to a simmer, stirring to coat the shrimp.
  4. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the skillet. Continue to cook and stir for about 1 minute until the sauce has thickened.
  5. Remove from heat and serve immediately. You can garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if you like.

Nutrition

Calories: 352kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 310mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve this shrimp over rice or quinoa with a side of steamed broccoli or asparagus for a complete meal.

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