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High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

A quick, flavorful shrimp skillet coated in a glossy honey garlic sauce and packed with lean protein.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American, Asian Inspired
Calories: 260

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb raw shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce low sodium
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 0.5 tsp ginger ground

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

  1. Pat shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Whisk honey, soy sauce, ginger, cornstarch, and water in a small bowl.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until pink. Remove from pan.
  5. Add garlic to the pan and sauté briefly until fragrant.
  6. Pour in sauce and cook until thickened.
  7. Return shrimp to pan and toss to coat.
  8. Garnish and serve immediately.

Notes

Best served fresh. Do not overcook shrimp.