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High Protein Shrimp Teriyaki Meal Prep - Fast, Flavorful, and Ready for the Week

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • For the Shrimp: 1.5 pounds raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium or large)
  • 1 tablespoon avocado or olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • For the Teriyaki Sauce: 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated (or 1 teaspoon ground ginger)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (slurry)
  • Optional: 1–2 teaspoons sriracha for heat
  • Veggies and Base: 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas or green beans
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice, white rice, or quinoa
  • Garnishes (optional but recommended): Sliced green onions
  • Toasted sesame seeds
  • Lime wedges

Method
 

  1. Cook your base: Make your rice or quinoa according to package directions. Fluff and set aside. For a lighter option, use cauliflower rice and warm it just before serving.
  2. Prep the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, water, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and sriracha if using. In a separate cup, stir together cornstarch and water to make a slurry.
  3. Sauté the veggies: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Add a splash of oil, then the broccoli, peppers, and snap peas. Cook 4–5 minutes until crisp-tender. Transfer to a plate.
  4. Season and sear the shrimp: Pat shrimp dry. Toss with salt and pepper. Add 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet and cook shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until just pink. Do this in batches if needed to avoid crowding. Remove to a plate.
  5. Thicken the sauce: Reduce heat to medium. Pour the teriyaki mixture into the pan and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook 30–60 seconds until glossy and slightly thickened.
  6. Combine: Return shrimp and veggies to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook 1 more minute to warm through. Avoid overcooking the shrimp.
  7. Assemble meal prep: Divide rice or quinoa among 4–5 containers. Top with shrimp and veggies. Spoon any extra sauce over the top. Add green onions, sesame seeds, and a squeeze of lime.