Description
Discover a mouthwatering recipe for Protein Packed Shrimp and Broccoli Stir Fry that’s easy to make and full of flavor. Perfect for a healthy and delicious meal!
Ingredients
- 1 pound (454 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined (450 grams)
- 2 cups (480 ml) broccoli florets (300 grams)
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) vegetable oil (30 milliliters)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) ginger, minced (15 grams)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce (60 milliliters)
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) soy-based sauce (30 milliliters)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) cornstarch (8 grams)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) water (60 milliliters)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) sesame oil (15 milliliters)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) maple syrup (15 milliliters)
- 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, honey, and red pepper flakes.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
- Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet.
- Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add broccoli florets to the skillet and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return shrimp to the skillet and stir to combine with broccoli.
- Pour the soy sauce mixture over shrimp and broccoli.
- Stir in the cornstarch mixture to thicken the sauce.
- Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce is thickened.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle sliced green onions on top.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Note: Opt for low-sodium soy sauce for a healthier dish with less salt.
- Second note: Enhance the dish with additional vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas.
- Third note: Avoid overcooking the shrimp to maintain its tender texture. Add more red pepper flakes or hot sauce for a spicier option.
