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Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry with Broccoli

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A quick and easy honey garlic shrimp stir-fry with crisp broccoli, perfect for busy weeknights. This dish balances sweet and savory flavors with tender shrimp and vibrant vegetables.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 cups broccoli florets (about 1 small head)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets. Blanch in boiling salted water for 1-2 minutes until bright green and slightly tender but still crisp. Transfer to ice bath or rinse under cold water. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes if using. Set aside.
  3. Mix cornstarch with cold water until smooth to make slurry.
  4. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes without moving, then flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until shrimp is pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  6. Add blanched broccoli to the skillet and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes to heat through and absorb garlic flavor.
  7. Return shrimp to the pan. Pour honey garlic sauce over shrimp and broccoli and stir to combine.
  8. Stir cornstarch slurry and drizzle into the pan while stirring constantly. Cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  9. Remove from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds if desired.
  10. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Blanch broccoli to keep it crisp. Avoid overcrowding the pan to get a good sear on shrimp. If sauce thickens too quickly, add a splash of water or broth. Cook shrimp just until pink to avoid rubbery texture. Frozen shrimp must be thawed and patted dry before cooking.

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