Description
Stir-Fried Shrimp and Broccoli is a quick and healthy Asian-inspired dish featuring tender shrimp and crisp broccoli tossed in a savory garlic soy sauce. It’s light, flavorful, and ready in under 20 minutes — perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 green onion, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, chicken broth, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Add remaining oil to the pan. Add broccoli and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Add garlic and ginger and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the sauce mixture and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Return shrimp to the pan and toss until coated and heated through.
- Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate shrimp in 1 tsp soy sauce and cornstarch for 10 minutes before cooking.
- Use tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten-free version.
- Can substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian