High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp
A delicious and protein-packed dish featuring shrimp marinated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Marinade
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Steamed rice or vegetables for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add the shrimp to the marinade and let sit for 15 minutes.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the shrimp, cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through.
Serving
- Serve the shrimp over steamed rice or alongside your favorite vegetables.
- Pour some of the leftover marinade over the cooked shrimp for added flavor and garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds.
Notes
If you have leftovers, allow the shrimp to cool down before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat before serving again. For extra spice, add red pepper flakes to the marinade. You can prepare the marinade ahead of time for deeper flavor.