Description
This High Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp recipe offers a quick and flavorful dish featuring succulent shrimp coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner that combines juicy shrimp with aromatic garlic, fresh ginger, and a hint of spice.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Seasoning
- 450 g raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Cooking Oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture and season lightly with black pepper to enhance flavor.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, lemon juice, cornstarch, and water until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Heat the skillet: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil, allowing it to warm until shimmering but not smoking.
- Cook the shrimp: Add the shrimp in a single layer to the skillet, cooking each side for 1 to 2 minutes until they start turning pink and are just cooked through.
- Add the sauce: Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce into the skillet, gently stirring to coat all the shrimp evenly.
- Simmer to thicken: Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the sauce to thicken and the shrimp to finish cooking through.
- Garnish: Sprinkle the red pepper flakes, sesame seeds, and chopped green onions over the shrimp for added flavor and texture.
- Serve: Immediately serve the shrimp over rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Ensure shrimp are dried properly before cooking to achieve a better sear and prevent steaming.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- Serve this dish with your choice of whole grains or vegetables for a balanced meal.
- Use low sodium soy sauce to control the salt content while maintaining flavor.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days but are best enjoyed fresh.
