Description
A quick and flavorful Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp & Broccoli recipe that combines tender shrimp and crisp broccoli in a delicious honey garlic sauce. Perfect for a healthy and easy weeknight dinner, this dish features a balance of sweetness, savory notes, and a hint of spice.
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
- 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
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed if desired
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups chopped broccoli
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, low sodium soy sauce, fresh grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
- Marinate the shrimp: Place the peeled and deveined shrimp into a bowl, add one-third of the prepared sauce, and toss to coat. Let the shrimp marinate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Thicken the sauce: Whisk the cornstarch into the remaining two-thirds of the sauce mixture and set aside for later use.
- Cook the broccoli: Heat a skillet or wok over high heat and add olive oil. Add the chopped broccoli, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes until the broccoli is tender-crisp, then remove it from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the shrimp: Using the same skillet, add butter. Add the marinated shrimp (discard any used marinade) and cook for about 2 minutes on each side or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Combine and simmer: Pour the reserved thickened sauce into the skillet with the shrimp, bringing it to a low to medium simmer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp beautifully.
- Add broccoli and serve: Return the cooked broccoli to the skillet, toss everything together to combine and heat through. Serve immediately over rice or pasta for a complete meal.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate shrimp for at least 30 minutes but avoid marinating much longer as the soy sauce can start to cook the shrimp.
- You can substitute broccoli with other vegetables like snap peas or bell peppers if preferred.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes to control the spice level according to your taste.
- Serve with steamed rice, quinoa, or noodles for a filling meal.
- If you prefer a gluten-free version, use tamari sauce instead of soy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
