Description
This Broccoli Shrimp Stir Fry is a quick and delicious recipe combining succulent shrimp with vibrant vegetables tossed in a savory soy and oyster sauce. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, it comes together in just over 15 minutes and can be served with rice or noodles for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Vegetables
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (red or yellow)
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
Other
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Cooked rice or noodles to serve
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry thoroughly using a paper towel to remove excess moisture for better cooking results.
- Mix the sauce: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, grated ginger, salt, and pepper. Stir well and set the mixture aside.
- Heat the oil: Warm 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
- Cook the shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and are just cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Stir-fry the vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add minced garlic, broccoli florets, sliced bell pepper, and julienned carrot. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp but still vibrant.
- Combine shrimp and sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the mixture.
- Toss and thicken sauce: Stir everything together and continue cooking for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp and vegetables evenly.
- Check for doneness: Ensure the shrimp are fully cooked and the vegetables retain some crispness for optimal texture and flavor.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the stir fry hot over cooked rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best texture and flavor.
- Adjust the amount of soy sauce to control the saltiness.
- For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or sliced chili peppers while stir-frying.
- This dish can be made gluten-free by using tamari instead of soy sauce and omitting oyster sauce or using a gluten-free alternative.
- Vegetables can be substituted or added as desired, such as snap peas or mushrooms.
