Description
This Shrimp & Broccoli Stir Fry is a quick, flavorful, and flexible weeknight dinner made with juicy shrimp, tender-crisp broccoli, and a savory-sweet sauce, all ready in about 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1–2 teaspoons sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 garlic cloves, grated
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 pound medium-sized shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced (reserve some for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooked brown rice, for serving
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, sriracha, cornstarch, grated garlic, grated ginger, and lime juice to make the sauce.
- Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add broccoli florets and most of the scallions (reserve some for garnish). Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until broccoli is lightly charred and vibrant green.
- Reduce heat to medium-high. Add remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the shrimp. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3–4 minutes or until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Pour in the prepared sauce and toss with shrimp, broccoli, and scallions. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats everything.
- Remove from heat. Garnish with reserved scallions and serve immediately over cooked brown rice.
Notes
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
- Swap or add veggies like bell peppers, snap peas, or carrots.
- Adjust heat by increasing or reducing sriracha.
- Serve with cauliflower rice or quinoa for low-carb alternatives.
- Add sesame seeds or chopped cashews for extra crunch.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently to avoid overcooking shrimp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe with 1/2 cup brown rice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 180mg