High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp | Easy Healthy Dinner
A quick, lean, and flavorful dish of seared shrimp tossed in a sweet-savory honey garlic glaze — perfect for high-protein, low-fat meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 3–4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 lb (450g) large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
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3 tbsp honey
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2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
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2–3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp lemon juice or rice vinegar
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1 tbsp olive or avocado oil
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Optional: 1 tsp grated ginger, red chili flakes, 1 tsp cornstarch slurry
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Garnish: green onions, sesame seeds
Instructions
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Pat shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
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Mix honey, soy sauce, garlic, lemon juice, and optional ginger in a bowl.
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Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sear shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until opaque.
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Add sauce and toss shrimp to coat. Add slurry if needed for thicker glaze.
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Cook another minute until sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
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Garnish and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve with rice, quinoa, or veggies. Add spice with chili flakes. Use tofu or salmon as alternatives.