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High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp


  • Author: emily
  • Total Time: 21 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

A quick and flavorful dish featuring succulent shrimp coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic marinade, perfect for any meal.


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 vegetables for serving

Instructions

  1. Mix together honey, garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  2. Add the shrimp to the marinade and let it sit for 15 minutes.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat.
  4. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and cooked through.
  5. Serve the shrimp over steamed rice or alongside your favorite vegetables.

Notes

Let the marinade sit longer for deeper flavor penetration. Adjust honey for sweetness and consider adding red pepper flakes for a kick.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 160mg

Keywords: shrimp, honey garlic, quick meals, high protein