Buttery Honey Garlic Shrimp
Buttery Honey Garlic Shrimp delivers 34g protein and 298 calories per serving, offering a rare combination of high protein and low calorie density. Four servings prepare on the stovetop in quick time, making this ideal for aggressive fat-loss phases. Use this to hit protein targets while maintaining a significant calorie deficit.
Ingredients
- •Unsalted Butter(60g)
- •Honey(60g)
- •Garlic(240g)
- •Lemon Juice, Fresh(30g)
- •Olive oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Shrimp(595g)
- •1 pinch salt (to season)
- •1 pinch pepper (to season)
- •4 lemon slices (to serve)
- •Parsley, Fresh(15g)
Instructions
- 1Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, about 1–2 minutes until foaming.
- 2Add the garlic, honey, and lemon juice to the pan; stir well and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant and the garlic is softened.
- 3Pour out and reserve half of the honey garlic mixture in a small bowl; leave approximately 2 tablespoons in the pan.
- 4Add half of the olive oil to the pan over medium-high heat, then add half of the shrimp in a single layer; sear for 2 minutes per side over medium-high heat until the shrimp turn opaque and curl slightly, with an internal temperature of 120°F. Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining oil and shrimp.
- 5Return all cooked shrimp to the pan, pour in the reserved honey garlic mixture, and toss constantly for 1–2 minutes over medium heat until the shrimp are evenly coated and heated through.
- 6Divide the shrimp and sauce evenly into 4 airtight containers while hot, then let cool to room temperature before sealing.
- 7Garnish each portion with fresh parsley just before serving, or store the parsley separately and add when reheating.
Nutrition — Per Serving
298
calories
34g
protein
17g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 33g
- Saturated fat
- 0.7g
- Sodium
- 192 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.4g
4 servings per batch · ~254g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Buttery Honey Garlic Shrimp have per serving?
Each serving delivers 34g of protein and 298 calories — a strong protein-to-calorie ratio ideal for hitting daily protein goals. Macros break down to 17g fat and 33g carbs per serving.
How long does Buttery Honey Garlic Shrimp take to prep?
This is a quick-prep recipe that batch-cooks 4 servings on the stovetop, making it one of the fastest protein options in the library. You can prep a week's worth of servings in one cooking session.
Is Buttery Honey Garlic Shrimp good for muscle gain?
At 34g protein and 298 calories per serving, this recipe is efficient for muscle-gain phases when combined with carb-heavy sides. The carbohydrate content supports workout performance alongside solid protein delivery.
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