Description
This Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli recipe combines succulent shrimp and crisp broccoli in a flavorful garlic honey sauce. Quick to prepare and perfect for a weeknight dinner, it offers a delicious balance of sweetness, savory garlic, and a hint of spice, all cooked in a skillet for an easy one-pan meal.
Ingredients
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Sauce
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Marinade and Thickening
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Seafood and Vegetables
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled, deveined, and tails removed if desired
- 2 cups chopped broccoli
Additional
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Mix until well combined.
- Marinate the Shrimp: Place the peeled and deveined shrimp in a bowl and add about one-third of the sauce. Toss to coat and set aside. Whisk the cornstarch into the remaining sauce and set aside for thickening.
- Cook the Broccoli: Heat a skillet or wok over high heat. Add olive oil, then the chopped broccoli, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes until the broccoli is tender but still crisp. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Sear the Shrimp: Add butter to the same skillet. Discard any marinade remaining on the shrimp and add the shrimp to the skillet. Cook for about 2 minutes per side until they turn pink and are cooked through.
- Make the Sauce: Pour the reserved sauce into the skillet with the shrimp. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Combine and Serve: Add the cooked broccoli back into the skillet. Toss everything together to heat through, then serve immediately over rice or pasta.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute chicken or tofu if you prefer a different protein.
- This dish can be made gluten-free by using tamari instead of soy sauce.
- For extra flavor, garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg
