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High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp – Sweet, Savory & Ready in Minutes

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Quick, high-protein honey garlic shrimp cooked in a sticky-sweet, garlicky sauce — perfect over rice, noodles, or veggies in under 20 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 1 tbsp neutral oil (avocado, canola, or olive)

  • ⅓ cup honey

  • ¼ cup soy sauce (or tamari)

  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar

  • 1 tsp sesame oil

  • 3–4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tsp water (optional, for thickening)

  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

  • Green onions & sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  • Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.

  • In a bowl, whisk honey, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and optional cornstarch slurry.

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook 1–2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

  • Pour sauce into skillet and simmer 2–3 minutes until thickened.

  • Add shrimp back and toss to coat. Cook 1 more minute.

  • Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes. Serve hot.

Notes

Serve over rice, noodles, or steamed veggies. Swap honey for maple or agave if desired. Use tamari for gluten-free option.

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