Description
This Stir-Fried Shrimp and Broccoli recipe is a quick and flavorful Asian-inspired dish that’s perfect for a busy weeknight. Succulent shrimp and crisp broccoli are stir-fried in a savory sauce, creating a delicious and healthy meal. Serve it over steamed rice for a complete and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Broccoli:
- 4 cups broccoli florets
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
Garnish:
- 2 green onions, sliced
- sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Sauce Preparation: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch slurry. Set aside.
- Stir-Fry: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add broccoli and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender. Remove and set aside. Add remaining oil, then garlic and ginger. Cook for 30 seconds. Add shrimp and cook until pink. Return broccoli to the pan, pour in the sauce, and stir-fry until thickened. Garnish and serve hot.
Notes
- You can add bell peppers, snap peas, or carrots for extra color and crunch.
- For a spicier version, stir in chili garlic sauce or red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
