Honey Garlic Shrimp for Healthy High-Protein Dinner Ideas
A quick and flavorful shrimp dish coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, packed with protein and perfect for easy meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon chopped green onions
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional)
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry and set aside.
- Mix honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, and pepper.
- Combine cornstarch and water in a small bowl.
- Heat oil in a skillet and cook shrimp 1–2 minutes per side.
- Remove shrimp and sauté garlic and ginger.
- Add sauce and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in cornstarch mixture until thickened.
- Return shrimp and coat evenly in sauce.
- Garnish with green onions and serve.
Notes
Avoid overcooking shrimp for the best texture. Adjust sweetness and spice to taste.