Szechuan Shrimp and Broccoli
User Reviews
4.9
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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
2 servings
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Calories
385 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Chinese
Szechuan Shrimp and Broccoli
Description
Szechuan Shrimp and Broccoli centers on shrimp cooked with broccoli in a flavorful sauce made from sweet chili sauce, reduced-sodium soy sauce, seasoned rice vinegar, minced garlic, sriracha, red pepper flakes, and freshly grated ginger. The sauce can be thickened with cornstarch for a restaurant-style texture. The shrimp are stir-fried with broccoli in sesame oil, ensuring the broccoli remains tender but crisp. The final dish is topped with chopped green onions and sesame seeds to add brightness and a subtle nuttiness.
The sauce delivers a blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy notes, complemented by the aromatic ginger and garlic. The shrimp cook quickly until opaque and curled, combining with the coated broccoli to create a dish with contrasting textures and a layered flavor profile. The preparation emphasizes quick cooking over high heat for freshness.
This recipe pairs well with steamed quinoa or rice to absorb the flavorful sauce and provide a complete meal. Additional condiments like extra soy sauce, red pepper flakes, or sriracha can be added to adjust the heat level to preference.
For a shortcut, a pre-made Szechuan sauce can be used, though the homemade version allows control over ingredients and flavor intensity. Adjust the amount of chili flakes and sriracha to customize spiciness. The nutrition facts are estimates and can be adapted as needed.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 TBSP soy sauce reduced-sodium, gluten-free
- 2 TBSP seasoned rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic minced (approx. 1 tsp)
- 2 tsp cornstarch optional!
- 1 tsp sriracha
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes crushed
- ½ tsp ginger freshly grated
- 1-2 tsp sesame oil for stir-frying
- 1 lb Shrimp I cook mine tail-on, raw, peeled and cleaned
- ½ lb broccoli chopped
- ¼ cup green onion chopped
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Thaw shrimp if using frozen.
- In a bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, Sriracha, red pepper flakes, and ginger. For an extra thick sauce like the restaurants serve, add the optional cornstarch to the sauce and mix well. Set aside.
- Heat sesame oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add broccoli and stir fry for a few minutes until tender.
- Next add shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes.
- Add your sauce and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until sauce bubbles and thickens.
- Once fully cooked, shrimp will be pink, opaque and curled.
- Top with chopped green onion and sesame seeds.
- Serve alongside steamed quinoa or rice and top with additional red pepper flakes and soy sauce to season to taste. You can even add an optional drizzle of Sriracha to kick things up a notch or two!
Notes
- You can substitute pre-made Szechuan sauce to save time, but homemade sauce allows for better flavor control.
- Increase sriracha and red pepper flakes cautiously to adjust the heat level to your liking.
- Serve immediately to keep shrimp tender and broccoli crisp.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 385 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 385kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 51g | 102% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 571mg | 190% |
| Sodium | 2726mg | 114% |
| Potassium | 603mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 980IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 115.5mg | 128% |
| Calcium | 406mg | 41% |
| Iron | 6.3mg | 35% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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