Description
A delightful dish that combines the natural sweetness of honey and the savory depth of garlic, making it perfect for quick dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus extra for cooking)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or steamed vegetables for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil.
- Add the shrimp to the bowl, ensuring they’re well coated. Allow to marinate for 15-20 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and pour in a splash of olive oil.
- Remove the shrimp from the marinade and place them in the hot pan. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they’re pink and opaque.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, accompanied by steamed rice or fresh vegetables.
Notes
Garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro or green onions for added flavor. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: shrimp, honey garlic, quick dinner, high protein, seafood