shrimp broccoli
This quick and healthy shrimp and broccoli stir-fry is packed with flavor and nutrients. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it takes only a few minutes to prepare and cook.
Equipment
- 1 wok or large skillet
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 spatula
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- ¼ cup soy sauce Adjust based on taste preference for saltiness.
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- optional cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
- Begin by prepping your ingredients. Peel and devein the shrimp if not already done, and chop the broccoli into florets. Mince the garlic and ginger.
- In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, chicken broth, and sesame oil. Set this sauce mixture aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the wok and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque.
- Toss in the broccoli florets and stir-fry for an additional 3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the shrimp and broccoli, stirring to coat everything evenly. Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and remove from heat.
- Serve the shrimp and broccoli stir-fry over cooked rice or noodles, if desired.
Notes
You can add other vegetables such as bell peppers or snap peas for added nutrition and flavor.
Adjust the amount of soy sauce based on your taste preference for saltiness.
Feel free to substitute shrimp with chicken, beef, or tofu for variety.