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Honey Garlic Shrimp

Honey Garlic Shrimp

Ava Thompson
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 39 minutes
Course Meal Prep
Cuisine Asian-Inspired
Servings 4
Calories 317 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Honey Garlic Shrimp:
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger minced
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon olive oil
  • Brown Rice:
  • cups uncooked brown rice
  • 2 cups water
  • Lemon Sugar Snap Peas:
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb fresh sugar snap peas
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Cook the Brown Rice:
  • Combine brown rice and water in an Instant Pot or deep saucepan.
  • Instant Pot: Seal the lid and cook on the Rice setting until tender. Fluff with a fork and allow to cool.
  • Stovetop: Simmer in a covered pot over medium heat for 25–30 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
  • Prepare the Honey Garlic Shrimp:
  • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, crushed red pepper, and rice vinegar. Set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  • Pour in the sauce and cook for another 2–3 minutes until shrimp are fully cooked and coated. Set aside to cool slightly.
  • Cook the Lemon Sugar Snap Peas:
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add sugar snap peas and toss for 2 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with lemon zest, sea salt, and black pepper. Cook another 3–5 minutes until crisp-tender.
  • Assemble the Meal Prep Bowls:
  • Divide brown rice evenly among four meal prep containers.
  • Add sugar snap peas to one side and top the rice with honey garlic shrimp and sauce.
  • Seal containers and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Reheating:
  • Microwave sealed containers for 1½–2 minutes or until heated through before serving.

Notes

This meal prep recipe is a high-protein, low-fat, and flavorful option that’s perfect for busy weekdays. The sweet and spicy shrimp pairs perfectly with nutty brown rice and bright lemon snap peas.