Description
A quick and healthy stir-fry combining lean shrimp and fresh broccoli packed with essential nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 2 medium heads)
- 3 tablespoons high-heat oil (avocado or peanut recommended)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (fish sauce or additional soy sauce for substitution)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 green onions, sliced diagonally for garnish
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by arranging all before heating your pan; pat shrimp dry with paper towels.
- Heat your wok or large skillet over high heat until slightly smoking, adding 2 tablespoons of oil.
- Cook the shrimp in a single layer for about 1-2 minutes per side until pink and just opaque; remove and set aside.
- Add remaining tablespoon of oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger; stir for 15-20 seconds until fragrant.
- Include broccoli florets and stir-fry for 2 minutes; add water if broccoli seems too firm.
- Return shrimp to the pan and pour the sauce mixture over; toss for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat, garnish, and serve immediately for maximum flavor.
Notes
Use high heat to ensure proper caramelization and avoid overcrowding the pan during cooking.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: shrimp, broccoli, quick meal, stir-fry, healthy recipes