Shrimp and Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe
A fast, healthy, and flavorful 15-minute shrimp and broccoli stir fry recipe with a savory garlic sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Print Pin Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 268kcal
Cost: $12
Equipment
- 1 Wok or large skillet Ideal for high-heat cooking; a 12-inch non-stick skillet works too
- 1 Wooden spatula Helps toss ingredients without scratching your pan
- 2–3 Mixing bowls For prepping shrimp, broccoli, and mixing the sauce
- 1 Measuring spoons For accurate sauce ingredient measurements
- 1 Garlic press or grater For mincing garlic and grating fresh ginger
Ingredients
- 1 lb Raw shrimp Peeled and deveined
- 4 cups Broccoli florets About 2 medium heads, cut into small florets
- 3 tablespoon Cooking oil Avocado or vegetable oil
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced
- 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh grated
- 2 Green onions Sliced; whites and greens separated
- 3 tablespoon Soy sauce Low-sodium preferred
- 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce Adds rich umami flavor
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil For added aroma
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Helps thicken the sauce
- ¼ cup Water or broth For mixing the sauce
- 1 teaspoon Honey or brown sugar Optional, adds a touch of sweetness
- ½ teaspoon Red pepper flakes Optional, for heat
Instructions
- Prep all your ingredients.
- Sear shrimp in hot oil until just cooked through, then remove from wok.
- Stir fry garlic, ginger, and white parts of green onions. Add broccoli and stir fry until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Return shrimp to the pan. Add mixed sauce ingredients. Toss to coat and cook for another 1–2 minutes until thickened. Garnish with green onion tops.
Notes
- Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Nutrition
Serving: 228g | Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 180mg | Sodium: 780mg | Potassium: 530mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 950IU | Vitamin C: 80mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 2mg