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High Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp | Quick Healthy Seafood Dinner Recipe

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Elevate weeknights with High Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp! Seared perfectly, these succulent shrimp burst with sweet-savory flavor. A quick, healthy seafood dinner.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Prepare the shrimp and sauce. Pat the peeled and deveined shrimp dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, minced garlic, low-sodium soy sauce, cornstarch, and water until well combined and smooth.
  2. Step 2: Cook the shrimp. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the patted dry shrimp to the hot skillet in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until the shrimp just turn pink and opaque. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
  3. Step 3: Add the honey garlic sauce. Once all shrimp are cooked, reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour the whisked honey garlic sauce into the skillet with the shrimp. Stir gently to coat all the shrimp evenly with the sauce.
  4. Step 4: Thicken the sauce. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, stirring continuously for 1-2 minutes, until the sauce thickens and beautifully coats the shrimp. Season with black pepper.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately. Remove from heat and serve the high protein honey garlic shrimp hot, optionally garnished with chopped green onions or sesame seeds, alongside your favorite rice or steamed vegetables for a complete healthy meal.

Notes

  • For best flavor, enjoy this shrimp dish fresh, but any leftovers will keep well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1-2 days.
  • To prevent shrimp from becoming tough, gently reheat any leftovers in a skillet over low heat until just warmed through, or use short bursts in the microwave, stirring between each.
  • Elevate your meal by serving this vibrant shrimp over fluffy jasmine rice or nutrient-rich quinoa, complemented by a side of quick-steamed broccoli or sugar snap peas for a perfectly balanced and colorful dinner.
  • For optimal searing and to help the sauce adhere beautifully, always pat your shrimp thoroughly dry with paper towels before cooking – this little step makes a big difference!

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