High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp
High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp is a fast, flavorful weeknight dinner featuring juicy shrimp coated in a sticky honey-garlic glaze. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe delivers bold sweet-savory flavor with an impressive protein boost.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- tongs
Ingredients
Shrimp
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined 16–20 count
Honey Garlic Sauce
- ¼ cup honey raw preferred
- 4 cloves garlic, minced fresh
- 2 tbsp soy sauce low sodium if possible
- 1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- 1 tsp cornstarch optional, for thickening
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced for garnish
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds optional garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat completely dry with paper towels to ensure proper browning.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, and cornstarch if using, until smooth.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil until shimmering.
- Add shrimp in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes until lightly caramelized.
- Season with salt and pepper, flip the shrimp, and cook for 1 minute on the other side.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp and gently toss as it bubbles and thickens.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 3–5 minutes until shrimp are opaque and coated in a glossy glaze.
- Remove from heat, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, and serve immediately.
Notes
For less sweetness, reduce the honey and add a splash of rice vinegar or lime juice. Avoid overcooking shrimp, as they become rubbery when curled too tightly.