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High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp


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  • Author: elise
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

A quick, tasty dish of sweet and garlicky shrimp perfect for busy weeknights or as a light dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Steamed rice or mixed vegetables for serving


Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil until smooth.
  2. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat a pan over medium heat and add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 1–2 minutes on the first side.
  4. Pour the sauce over the shrimp and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring gently, until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  5. Serve hot with steamed rice or mixed vegetables.

Notes

For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 1 month.

  • Prep Time: 3 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg