Description
A quick and flavorful stir-fried shrimp and broccoli dish featuring a savory and slightly sweet sauce. This recipe combines tender shrimp, crisp broccoli, and aromatic garlic and ginger for a delicious, healthy meal ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Vegetables
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
Sauces and Oils
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes if using. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
- Heat oil in skillet: Place a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil, heating until shimmering.
- Cook the shrimp: Add the shrimp to the hot skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Cook the broccoli: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until broccoli is tender-crisp.
- Add aromatics: Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet with broccoli. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant and golden.
- Combine shrimp and sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and pour the prepared sauce over the shrimp and broccoli. Stir well to evenly coat everything with sauce.
- Finish cooking: Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly to a glossy consistency.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for best flavor and texture; frozen shrimp should be thawed completely before cooking.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the spice level or omit for a milder dish.
- Broccoli can be substituted with other vegetables like snap peas or bell peppers for variety.
- Serve with steamed rice or noodles to make it a complete meal.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce.
