Description
Shrimp and Broccoli Stir Fry is a vibrant and flavorful dish that comes together in just 20 minutes. Featuring succulent shrimp and tender-crisp broccoli, all coated in a savory sauce, this easy recipe transforms weeknight dinners into delightful culinary experiences. Perfect for busy evenings or impressing guests, it’s a wholesome meal that brings everyone together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: wash and chop the broccoli, mince garlic, and peel the shrimp.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add shrimp in a single layer; cook for about 3 minutes total until pink and opaque. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic and ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in broccoli florets; stir-fry for about 3 minutes until bright green but still crunchy.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch until smooth; pour into skillet with broccoli.
- Return shrimp to skillet; toss everything together over medium heat for another minute until heated through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 160mg