Asian Garlic Shrimp

Instructions

1. Place the first 7 ingredients in a large bowl (only one tablespoon of the oil) and stir to combine.
2. Add shrimp and marinade for 30 minutes on the counter or covered and refrigerated for an hour.
3. Place a large wok or sauté pan over medium-high heat and add the remaining oil. Using a slotted spoon, add the shrimp and sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring once, until turning pink and opaque.
4. Remove the shrimp to a bowl.
5. Add the remaining soy sauce mixture and scallions to the pan and boil over high heat for 2 minutes or until mixture thickens.
6. Pour the sauce over the shrimp and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve with desired accompaniments.

Tips and Variations

• To Store: Store them in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 2 days. To reheat, add the shrimp to a skillet on the stovetop and cook until heated through.
• You can use fresh or frozen shrimp in the recipe. The most important thing is that they’re peeled and developed before adding them to the marinade. 
• If using frozen shrimp, run them under cold water for about 10 minutes to defrost. Using warm or hot water to defrost shrimp is a food safety no-no. 
• Be careful not to overcook the shrimp. Shrimp can easily become rubbery when overcooked. 
• Feel free to add some chili flakes or sriracha to the marinade if you want to add a little heat to this dish.
• Again, these shrimps cook very quickly, so I recommend starting your sides while the shrimp marinate so everything is ready at once.
• This marinade goes great on almost any protein you choose too so mix it up! Marinate some chicken, beef or even tofu in it and get to cooking!

Nutrition Information:

• Calories: You will get 124 calories with this meal.
• Protein: An amount of 2 g of protein is obtained with this meal, in which protein is very important for muscle repair and growth.
• Fat: An amount of 18 g is served, which helps you to keep on the diet track.
• Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates are the fuel source of the brain; here, 9 g of carbohydrates is obtained.
• Sugars: A 6 g of sugar is contained here depending on the fruits and honey used.
• Fiber: 1 g of fiber is obtained here.
• Sodium: Around 600 g of sodium is used.