Description
A quick and flavorful Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli stir-fry combining tender shrimp, crisp broccoli, and a savory-sweet garlic-ginger sauce. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner served over rice or noodles.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Vegetables
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 12-oz Bag of Large Shrimp, Peeled and Deveined
- 4-5 Cups Broccoli Florets (about 12 ounces)
- 1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic
- 2 teaspoons Minced Ginger
Sauce
- 1/2 Cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce (plus more as needed)
- 1/2 Lime (juiced)
- 1/4 Cup Honey
- 2 Tablespoons Corn Starch
- 1 teaspoon Rice Wine Vinegar
Instructions
- Cook Shrimp: Add one tablespoon of olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat and place the shrimp in an even layer. Fry untouched for 2 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Remove Shrimp: Take the shrimp out of the skillet and set it aside to keep warm.
- Prepare Broccoli: Wipe out the skillet, add broccoli florets and 2 cups of water. Cover and simmer over medium heat for 2 minutes, then drain the water and set broccoli aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Return the skillet to the stove on low-medium heat. Add the remaining olive oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Cook for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Mix Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, lime juice, honey, cornstarch, and rice wine vinegar until smooth.
- Cook Sauce: Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with garlic and ginger, stirring constantly as it thickens over about 2 minutes. Add more soy sauce if sauce is too thick.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked shrimp and broccoli to the skillet. Stir to combine everything thoroughly.
- Simmer: Let the shrimp and broccoli simmer in the sauce for 2-3 minutes or until the broccoli is tender to your liking, and the sauce thickens to desired consistency.
- Serve: Serve hot over rice or noodles, garnished with freshly chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds if desired. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Notes
- Use low sodium soy sauce to control salt levels.
- Adjust the amount of honey for sweeter or less sweet sauce.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking shrimp to ensure even cooking.
- Broccoli can be steamed instead if preferred.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 4 days.
