Description
This Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry is a quick and flavorful Asian-inspired dish featuring succulent shrimp and tender-crisp broccoli florets cooked in a savory garlic-ginger sauce. Perfect for a healthy weeknight meal, it’s served hot over rice and garnished with fresh green onions for an extra burst of taste and color.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Vegetables
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Sauces and Oils
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Others
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Cooked white or brown rice, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- Stir-fry the broccoli: In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
- Add aromatics: Add minced garlic and ginger to the pan and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant, ensuring they don’t burn.
- Combine shrimp and sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the pan. In a small bowl, mix low-sodium soy sauce, oyster sauce, and red pepper flakes if using. Pour this sauce mixture over the shrimp and broccoli, stirring to coat everything evenly.
- Thicken the sauce: Add the cornstarch slurry to the pan and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens to a glossy consistency.
- Finish and garnish: Drizzle with sesame oil for a nutty aroma. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot over cooked white or brown rice.
Notes
- You can substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu for different protein options.
- For extra crunch and color, add sliced bell peppers or snap peas during the broccoli stir-fry step.
- Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of red pepper flakes according to your taste preferences.
