Shrimp and Broccoli Stir Fry in Garlic Sauce
This Shrimp and Broccoli Stir Fry in Garlic Sauce is a quick, healthy weeknight dinner that’s packed with bold flavor. Juicy shrimp, crisp broccoli, and a savory homemade garlic sauce come together in just 25 minutes—better than takeout and perfect over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fried
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients
- For the stir fry:
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- For the garlic sauce:
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- ⅓ cup water or chicken broth
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, water, and sesame oil. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining oil to the pan. Stir-fry broccoli for 3–4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Add garlic (and red pepper flakes, if using) and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Return shrimp to the pan. Pour in garlic sauce and toss to coat.
- Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Use tamari and gluten-free oyster sauce to make this dish gluten-free.
- Add bell peppers, mushrooms, or snap peas for variety.
- Tofu or chicken make great substitutes for shrimp.
- Don’t overcook the shrimp—remove once they turn pink and opaque.
- Reheat gently in a skillet with a splash of water to preserve texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
