Quick High Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp Skillet (Print Version)
Whip up High Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp in a flash! Sweet, savory, and super satisfying, this easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Asian
# Ingredients:
→ Main Players
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1 lb large shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails on or off)
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2 tbsp olive oil
→ Sweet & Sticky Glaze
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1/4 cup honey
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1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
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4-5 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
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1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)
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1 tsp sesame oil
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1 tbsp cornstarch
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1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
→ Finishing Touches
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2 green onions (sliced, for garnish)
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1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
# Instructions:
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First things first, make sure your shrimp are thawed and patted super dry. This is a big one, folks! Wet shrimp steam instead of sear, and we want that beautiful, golden crust. I usually lay them out on a few paper towels while I get the sauce ready. It feels like a tiny, important ritual, getting everything prepped just so. Don't skip this, or you'll miss out on that amazing texture!
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Now for the good stuff! In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Give it a really good whisk until there are no lumps from the cornstarch. This is where all those incredible flavors meld together. I always take a little sniff – that sweet, savory, garlicky aroma? Oh, it’s going to be so good. Taste it, too, if you're feeling brave!
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Once shimmering, add the shrimp in a single layer. Don't overcrowd the pan, you hear me? Work in batches if you need to; overcrowding drops the pan's temperature and prevents that lovely sear. Cook for about 1-2 minutes per side, until they turn pink and opaque. They cook so fast, honestly, it's almost startling!
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Once all the shrimp are cooked, remove them from the pan and set aside. Pour your whisked honey garlic sauce into the hot skillet. Let it simmer gently, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes, until it thickens and becomes wonderfully glossy. This is where the magic happens, watching it transform from a liquid to that beautiful, sticky glaze. If it gets too thick, a splash of water or broth helps.
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Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the thickened honey garlic glaze. Toss everything together until each piece of High Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp is beautifully coated. This step is so satisfying, seeing all that golden goodness cling to the shrimp. Make sure every single one gets its fair share of that delicious sauce! If you’re adding red pepper flakes, now’s the time to stir them in.
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Transfer the coated shrimp to a serving dish. Sprinkle generously with fresh sliced green onions and a handful of sesame seeds. The vibrant green against the golden shrimp just pops! It looks and smells incredible. Serve it up immediately, because honestly, it’s best straight from the pan. Get ready for some serious flavor!
# Notes:
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My big secret for perfectly cooked shrimp is to watch them like a hawk – they cook faster than you think, honestly.
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Leftovers store well for a couple of days in an airtight container, but that fresh sizzle is where it's at!
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If you're out of fresh ginger, a teaspoon of ground ginger powder works in a pinch, I've done it!
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Serve this with some fluffy jasmine rice; it just soaks up all that amazing sauce.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Large skillet
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whisk
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mixing bowls
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 350 kcal
Total Fat: 12 g
Total Carbohydrate: 25 g
Protein: 30 g