Description
A quick and healthy honey garlic shrimp recipe packed with protein and ready in 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup honey
3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional)
2 tablespoons water (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Sesame seeds and green onions (optional)
Instructions
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Pat shrimp dry and season lightly.
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Whisk honey, soy sauce, and lemon juice.
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Sear shrimp 1–2 minutes per side.
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Add garlic and cook briefly.
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Pour in sauce and simmer.
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Add cornstarch slurry if desired.
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Toss shrimp to coat and serve.
Notes
Do not overcook shrimp.
Serve immediately.
Best eaten fresh but keeps refrigerated up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 per serving
- Sugar: 14g
- Fat: 11g