7 Unique Health Benefits of Honey
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Honey is renowned for its rich, sweet flavor, versatility in the kitchen, and health benefits. Here are 7 honey benefits, all backed by science.
Here's the recipe:
Hot Honey Shrimp
Active: 10 min Total: 10 min
For a quick appetizer, serve these shrimp on their own with a toothpick or tuck into lettuce cups for a fun presentation. Or make it a full meal and serve the shrimp over rice with a side of broccoli.
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon chile-garlic sauce or sriracha
½ teaspoon lime zest
1 teaspoon lime juice
1 teaspoon grated ginger
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound large (16-20ct) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Chopped fresh scallions for serving
Whisk honey, chile-garlic sauce (or sriracha), lime zest, lime juice, ginger, and salt in a small bowl. Place next to the stove.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook, stirring, until no longer pink, about 3 minutes. Add the honey mixture and butter. Cook, stirring, until the sauce coats the shrimp and cooks down slightly, about 1 minute more.
Serves 4
Serving size: 3 oz shrimp each
Credit: Breana Killeen, MPH, RD
Honey is rich in nutrients and antioxidants, has antibacterial properties, and can play a role in diabetes management as part of a balanced diet.
Honey is a syrupy liquid that honeybees make from plant nectar. It is a common ingredient in many foods and is available in many forms.
The product also has several potential health benefits and plays a role in many home remedies and alternative medicine treatments.
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