Ultimate High Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp Sweet Savory Power
A quick and flavorful high-protein shrimp dish coated in a glossy honey garlic sauce, perfect for healthy weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
1 ½ pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
¼ cup honey
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
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Whisk soy sauce, honey, lemon juice, ginger, and black pepper. Mix cornstarch with water separately.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp 1–2 minutes per side; remove.
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Sauté garlic 30 seconds. Add sauce mixture and simmer. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened.
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Return shrimp to skillet and toss to coat. Cook 1–2 minutes until heated through.
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Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.
Notes
Do not overcook shrimp to prevent rubbery texture.
Serve with rice, quinoa, or vegetables for a balanced meal.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.