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Shrimp and Broccoli

Savory Shrimp and Broccoli Stir Fry Ready in 30 Minutes

This Shrimp and Broccoli stir fry is quick, healthy, and packed with flavor, perfect for dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp Marinade
  • 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing Wine Dry sherry can be used as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to your liking
  • 1/2 teaspoon White Pepper Black pepper works well as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Arrowroot can be used as an alternative
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Stock Vegetable stock suits vegetarian diets
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Mushroom-based vegetarian oyster sauce can be substituted
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Tamari is a gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Dark Soy Sauce Regular soy sauce can be used but may alter taste
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Honey or agave syrup can be replacements
For the Stir Fry
  • 2 cups Broccoli florets Asparagus or snap peas make great alternatives
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Oil Canola oil or any neutral oil can be used
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic is preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced Ground ginger can be used if fresh is unavailable

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine shrimp with Shaoxing wine, salt, white pepper, and cornstarch. Marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together chicken stock, oyster sauce, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and sugar. Stir in white pepper and cornstarch.
  3. In a skillet, boil 1 inch of water. Add broccoli and steam for about 1 minute, then drain.
  4. In the same skillet, heat peanut oil and cook marinated shrimp until golden and opaque, about 1 minute per side.
  5. Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the prepared sauce and cook until it thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
  7. Add steamed broccoli back to the skillet, toss everything together, and cook for another minute. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 840IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure shrimp are well-drained before marinating and use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Revive flavors by adding a dash of soy sauce during reheating.

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