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High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp

Juicy shrimp coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce for a quick, high-protein meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Asian-Inspired
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.25 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 0.25 cup honey
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch or arrowroot powder
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp green onions chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Pat shrimp dry and season lightly with black pepper.
  2. Whisk honey, soy sauce, garlic, and cornstarch until smooth.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until pink. Remove from pan.
  5. Pour sauce into skillet and simmer until thickened.
  6. Return shrimp to pan and toss to coat.
  7. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.

Notes

Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.