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High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp – Easy Healthy Dinner

High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp – Sweet, Savory & Ready Fast
Total Time: 47 minutes

Ingredients

Ingredients
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
¼ cup honey
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Sesame seeds (optional garnish)

Instructions

Instructions
1. Prepare the Shrimp
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
2. Mix the Sauce
In a bowl, combine the honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil. If you prefer a thicker sauce, stir in the cornstarch until smooth.
3. Cook the Shrimp
Heat a little olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer.
4. Season
Sprinkle the shrimp with salt and pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes, until the shrimp begin turning pink.
5. Add the Sauce
Pour the honey garlic mixture over the shrimp. Toss gently so all the shrimp are evenly coated.
6. Simmer
Reduce the heat slightly and let the shrimp simmer in the sauce for 3–5 minutes, until fully cooked and the sauce thickens.
7. Garnish
Remove from heat and sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
8. Serve
Serve immediately while warm for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

Helpful Tips
Shrimp cooks quickly, so avoid overcooking to keep it tender and juicy.
Add broccoli, snap peas, or bell peppers to turn this into a full stir-fry meal.
Serve with jasmine rice or noodles to soak up the delicious sauce.
Optional toppings shown for serving purposes only.