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High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp


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  • Author: james-carter
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A quick, tasty, and healthy high-protein meal featuring shrimp cooked in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooked rice or steamed vegetables for serving

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add shrimp and sauté until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp and let it bubble and thicken for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Season with salt and pepper, then serve over rice or with steamed vegetables.

Notes

Use wild-caught shrimp for better flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg