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High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

A quick, protein-packed shrimp skillet coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze.
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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: 240

Ingredients
  

Shrimp
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 0.25 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Whisk together soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and pepper.
  2. Mix cornstarch and water to create slurry.
  3. Cook shrimp in skillet until pink; remove.
  4. Sauté garlic and ginger.
  5. Add sauce and simmer.
  6. Stir in slurry and thicken.
  7. Return shrimp to pan and coat evenly.

Notes

Serve over rice, quinoa, or vegetables. Do not overcook shrimp.