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High-Protein Honey Garlic Shrimp: A Delicious Healthy Delight!

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  • Author: Molly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A delicious and healthy shrimp dish packed with protein and flavored with honey and garlic.


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
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix honey, garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, ginger, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the shrimp to the marinade and let it sit for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the marinated shrimp.
  4. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and cooked through.
  5. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a splash of lemon juice.
  • Serve over rice or with steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Adjust the amount of honey based on your sweetness preference.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg