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Ever wonder why shrimp never give anything to charity?  Because they’re shellfish.

Lemme first start by saying that I cannot get enough of this shrimp meal prep combination! It has all the feels of your favorite takeout restaurant (or at least close to it) but without an excess of calories to make it taste brilliant. But, trust – you can STILL have flavor at reduced calories.

So, this isn’t your ordinary shrimp meal prep. This recipe is all about flavor by combining a blend of honey, garlic, lime, and sesame, creating a sauce that takes your average shrimp meal prep to new, tasty heights!

Breaking down the sauce to make this meal prep extraordinary

Raw honey is a natural sweetener with antioxidant properties, and here lends a subtle sweetness to our sauce. It pairs well with the pungency and biting aroma of garlic, also known for its immune-boosting benefits.

The acidity and freshness of lime cut through the richness, bringing a refreshing tanginess that complements the shrimp perfectly.  Not to mention,  the zest gives the essence of fresh citrus with every bite.

Finally, the toasted nuttiness of sesame oil adds depth and complexity with a boost of essential nutrients.

Making this sauce is easy and involves no fancy techniques or hard-to-find ingredients.  Just a cup or bowl and a fork or whisk.

First, start with high-quality local honey, minced garlic, lime zest, freshly squeezed lime juice, low sodium soy sauce or tamari and toasted sesame oil.  Mix these together and then customize for your tastebuds –  how sweet, tangy, or savory do you want your sauce?

Note: It’s important to remember that some ingredients like oils and honey tend to be calorie-dense, and soy sauce is high in sodium which could be a concern for those on lower sodium diets since shrimp already has high levels of sodium.  If this is the case, this shrimp meal prep can easily be swapped with chicken, or even mushrooms or eggplant chunks!

It’s just this easy!

Cook your shrimp in a pan, remove it, add the sauce, bring it to a simmer for a few minutes then reduce the heat (or remove from the heat) to cool and thicken.  Add the shrimp back from the pan pour over your sauce, and BOOM, you have bangin shrimp meal prep that will leave you eagerly awaiting mealtime!

Shrimp is a low-calorie and protein-packed option for meal prep for some (due to sodium and cholesterol).  When tossed in my honey, garlic, lime, and sesame sauce, each bite is an explosion of flavor. What’s more, this sauce doesn’t limit you to shrimp; it can be used on other proteins like chicken or tofu, so it’s pretty versatile.

Give this a go and lemme know how it goes for you!

Remember, meal prep should NOT be a chore, but an exploration of flavors so feel empowered to make things your own – just be mindful of the calories from dense ingredients.

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It’s common knowledge that smoking can cause cancer.  But did you know it can cure salmon?

One of my favorite foods is salmon and I pretty much enjoy it in every possible way – spicy salmon, smoked salmon, crispy skin salmon, poached salmon, a burger, and even fried, like in salmon fried rice.  And it doesn’t take a whole lot of effort to make salmon enjoyable because its fatty flesh provides a perfect canvas for flavor.

That’s why I love this practically 2-ingredient sauce of sriracha and butter to make the perfect spicy salmon in less than 15 minutes.  This vibrant and fiery sauce will pair beautifully with your favorite seafood dishes, particularly for dishes like spicy salmon, transforming them into restaurant-worthy meals that even picky eaters will enjoy.

What makes this combo work…

Sriracha, a Thai hot sauce renowned for its perfect balance of sweetness, spice, and tang, is a popular choice among spice enthusiasts and surprisingly the wellness community! True story – that’s where I first learned about it, following bodybuilders and how they prepped for shows.  This was a common ingredient!

It’s made from red jalapeño peppers but it’s not hot like habanero, which makes it an excellent ingredient to ramp up fiery flavors in your meals, plus the capsaicin in pepper also helps curb appetites.

The unique combination of sriracha and butter creates a creamier sauce that adds a rich and robust depth to salmon dishes but really any dish.

Unsalted butter, a common staple in many kitchens, provides a smooth base that counterbalances the heat of sriracha. It is rich and therefore enhances the overall taste and texture of the sauce.  Combined with a sauce like sriracha, the result is a spicy, buttery, mix that complements the salmon’s natural flavors because, again, salmon is fatty.  The result – decadence!

So with minimal ingredients needed, this sriracha-butter sauce adds an exciting “kick” to your spicy salmon recipes, or any other protein like chicken, beef or even tofu.  And the mango & avocado salsa helps cool the palate so you get the sensation of hot and cold with every bite.

This is a seamless fusion of East and West, combining the traditional Asian flavors of sriracha, with the classic Western ingredient of butter.

Pro-tip: to create the perfect spicy salmon dish, remember to sear the salmon, then glaze or gently toss with the sriracha-butter sauce. This ensures the infusion of flavors into the fish, making every bite an explosion of heat, sweet, tang and creaminess!

Enjoy!

 

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