Honey Sesame Shrimp with Brussels Sprout Stir Fry
This Honey Sesame Shrimp with Brussels Sprout Stir Fry delivers 60g protein and 679 calories per serving—a single-meal protein hit that covers half your daily target in two portions. Quick-preps on the stovetop, making it the fastest way to combine high protein with whole vegetables. Built for lifters who need complete meals without batch-cooking multiple proteins.
Ingredients
- •Honey(45g)
- •Vinegar, Rice(15g)
- •Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(15g)
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(10g)
- •Shrimp(454g)
- •Vegetable oil(30g)
- •Brussels Sprouts(454g)
- •salt and pepper
- •Garlic(180g)
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
- •Sesame Oil, Toasted(10g)
- •Garlic
Instructions
- 1Whisk together 2 tablespoons honey, vinegar, soy sauce and ginger in a large bowl. Add shrimp and toss to combine. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for 1-3 hours.
- 2When ready to cook, heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large sauté pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add brussels sprouts and saute for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until tender and the edges begin to slightly brown and caramelize. Drizzle with honey, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine. Transfer the mixture to a separate platter.
- 3Meanwhile, add remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to pan, and return to heat. Add garlic and scallion whites and cook until fragrant, 30 seconds. Remove the shrimp from the marinade with a slotted spoon, then add to the pan. Season with salt and pepper, and saute until opaque throughout, about 4 minutes. Add to platter, drizzle with sesame oil, top with scallion greens, and toss. Serve immediately, garnished with fried garlic if desired.
Nutrition — Per Serving
679
calories
60g
protein
22g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 70g
- Saturated fat
- 3.5g
- Sodium
- 614 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 10.7g
2 servings per batch · ~607g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Honey Sesame Shrimp with Brussels Sprout Stir Fry have per serving?
Each serving delivers 60g of protein and 679 calories, with 22g fat and 70g carbs. The protein-to-calorie ratio makes this a strong option for hitting daily protein targets without excessive calorie density.
How long does Honey Sesame Shrimp with Brussels Sprout Stir Fry take to prep?
Quick prep time on the stovetop yields 2 servings, so this recipe works well for smaller batches or when you're cooking for yourself and a training partner.
Is Honey Sesame Shrimp with Brussels Sprout Stir Fry good for muscle gain?
At 60g protein and 679 calories per serving, this recipe supports muscle gain phases with substantial protein content paired with moderate carbohydrates for workout fueling.
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