Description
A quick, high-protein shrimp and broccoli stir-fry coated in a sweet garlic glaze. Balanced, flavorful, and ideal for weeknight meals or healthy meal prep.
Ingredients
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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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3 cups broccoli florets
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2 tsp garlic, minced
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1 tsp grated ginger (optional)
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3 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
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2 tbsp honey
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1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
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1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water
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1 tbsp neutral oil
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½ tsp sesame oil (optional)
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Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish
Instructions
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Steam or blanch broccoli until just tender. Set aside.
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Whisk together sauce ingredients in a bowl.
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Sear shrimp in hot skillet until just cooked, 1–2 minutes per side. Remove.
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Add sauce to skillet and simmer until thickened, about 2 minutes.
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Return shrimp and broccoli. Toss to coat and heat through.
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Finish with sesame oil and garnish with sesame seeds and green onion. Serve hot.
Notes
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Use tofu instead of shrimp for a vegetarian version.
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Serve over rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice.
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Adjust spice with chili flakes or hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, Healthy