Shrimp & Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe
Shrimp and Broccoli Stir Fry is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish that combines tender shrimp, crisp broccoli, and a savory sauce. It's a popular choice for a weeknight dinner because it's easy to prepare and packed with nutrients.
Ingredients
For the Stir Fry:
- ½ lb broccoli cut into bite-sized florets
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 stalks green onions chopped
For the Sauce:
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, sesame oil, soy sauce, and water until smooth. Set aside.
- Bring a small amount of water to a boil in a large skillet or wok. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and stir for about 30 seconds, being careful not to let it burn.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet with the garlic. Season with salt and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked.
- Toss the chopped green onions into the skillet with the shrimp. Stir for 1 minute, then add the blanched broccoli back to the pan.
- Stir the prepared sauce and pour it over the shrimp and broccoli. Mix well to coat everything evenly.
- Let the stir fry simmer for 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken. Once everything is coated in the flavorful sauce, remove from heat. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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Nutrition
Calories: 119kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 14gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 91mgSodium: 922mgPotassium: 370mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 413IUVitamin C: 53mgCalcium: 76mgIron: 1mg
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