Name: Honey Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli Stir-Fry
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 cups broccoli florets; 3 tbsp honey; 3 tbsp soy sauce; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional for thickening); 1 tsp sesame oil; 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional); Salt and pepper to taste

This Honey Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli Stir-Fry is a savory and sweet dish that’s quick and easy to prepare. The shrimp is cooked to perfection in a sticky honey garlic sauce, offering a delightful contrast to the fresh, crunchy broccoli.

It’s a nutritious, flavorful meal that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a meal prep option. With just a few simple ingredients, this dish packs a punch of flavor and can be customized to your liking with additional vegetables or protein. It’s also gluten-free and low in calories, making it a perfect healthy choice.

Recipe Tips and Tricks

For a more intense flavor, marinate the shrimp in the honey garlic sauce for 10–15 minutes before cooking.
To make the dish spicy, add chili flakes or a dash of sriracha.
If you prefer extra sauce, double the honey garlic mixture and use it as a drizzle over the shrimp and broccoli.
Use fresh broccoli for the best crunch, but frozen can work too in a pinch.
Adjust the cook time for shrimp based on size to avoid overcooking.

Yield: 4 servings

Honey Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli Stir-Fry

Sweet, savory honey garlic shrimp with crunchy broccoli in a delicious stir-fry for a healthy, quick dinner.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups broccoli florets
3 tbsp honey
3 tbsp soy sauce
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp cornstarch (optional for thickening)
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. If using cornstarch, mix it with a tablespoon of water and add it to the sauce to thicken.
Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
In the same pan, add broccoli and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender but still crisp.
Return shrimp to the pan. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp and broccoli, stirring to coat. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken.
Garnish with sesame seeds, if desired, and serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

Adjust sweetness by adding more or less honey based on your preference.
This dish can be served with a side of steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 281Total Fat 8gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 6gCholesterol 239mgSodium 1841mgCarbohydrates 24gFiber 3gSugar 14gProtein 29g

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