Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
242 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry
Description
The recipe begins by stir-frying broccoli florets until just tender, creating a bright vegetable base. Shrimp seasoned with salt and pepper are then cooked separately at higher heat for a lightly seared exterior and tender interior. Minced garlic is briefly cooked to release aroma without burning. A sauce of honey, soy sauce, and water is combined and added back with broccoli and shrimp.
Cornstarch slurry is stirred in to thicken the sauce quickly, producing a slightly sticky glaze that rounds the flavors together. The method is efficient and focused on maintaining distinct textures in both shrimp and broccoli. This dish can be served as a full meal with steamed rice to absorb the sauce.
The recipe advises mincing garlic finely and cutting broccoli into bite-sized pieces for even cooking. Shrimp tails may be left on or removed based on personal preference, affecting presentation and ease of eating.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 lbs Shrimp peeled and deveined, large
- 2 1/2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil divided use
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons corn starch
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a large pan over medium high heat.
- Add the broccoli and cook for 4-5 minutes or until tender.
- Remove the broccoli from the pan; place it on a plate and cover to keep warm.
- Wipe the pan clean with a paper towel and turn the heat to high.
- Add the remaining teaspoon of oil to the pan.
- Season the shrimp with salt and pepper to taste and add them to the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pink and opaque.
- Add the garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the broccoli back into the pan.
- In a bowl whisk together the water, honey and soy sauce.
- In a small bowl mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water.
- Pour the soy sauce mixture over the shrimp and vegetables; cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the cornstarch and bring to a boil; cook for 1 more minute or until sauce has just started to thicken.
- Serve immediately, with rice if desired.
Notes
- Choose whether to leave shrimp tails on or off depending on desired presentation and ease of eating.
- Cut broccoli florets into roughly 1-inch pieces to ensure quick, even cooking.
- Minced garlic should be very finely chopped using a knife or garlic press to maximize flavor and avoid large bits.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 242 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 242kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 357mg | 119% |
| Sodium | 653mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 333mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 355IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 57.5mg | 64% |
| Calcium | 240mg | 24% |
| Iron | 3.9mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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