Szechuan Shrimp and Broccoli
Szechuan Shrimp and Broccoli combines tender shrimp and crisp broccoli coated in a spicy, tangy sauce featuring sweet chili, soy, rice vinegar, garlic, sriracha, and ginger. The stir-fry technique preserves the vibrant textures and infuses the ingredients with a balanced heat and savory flavor. Optional cornstarch thickens the sauce to a glossy finish, while sesame seeds and green onions add a fresh, nutty touch. This dish is ideal for serving over rice or quinoa, making a satisfying weeknight meal with bold, layered flavors.
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
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 385
% 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.