Description
Shrimp and broccoli is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender shrimp and crisp broccoli in a savory garlic sauce. This quick and easy meal is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. The umami-rich flavors and colorful presentation make it an instant favorite for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large, deveined shrimp
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cool water and pat dry. Chop broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté garlic and ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and broccoli; stir-fry for about 3-5 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Drizzle with soy sauce and sesame oil, adding red pepper flakes if desired. Cook for another minute.
- Serve immediately over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 190mg