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Shrimp and Broccoli in Garlic Sauce

This shrimp and broccoli recipe is the perfect balance of savory, garlicky, and saucy! It's made with simple ingredients and comes together in under 30-minutes. Serve it with rice or noodles for a wholesome weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings : 4

INGREDIENTS
 

  • 1 pound (450g) extra large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 1 large broccoli (cut into florets)
  • 4 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp white pepper (or black pepper)
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil
Garlic Sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce (light or regular)
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 2 garlic cloves (grated)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup water

INSTRUCTIONS
 

Prepare the Ingredients

  • Pat dry the shrimp and season it with salt and pepper. Set it aside for 15 minutes.
  • Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets. Peel and slice the stems. Finely mince the garlic cloves.
  • Add all the sauce ingredients in a bowl. Mix until the cornstarch dissolves completely. Set aside.

Cook

  • Blanch the broccoli (florets and sliced stem) in boiling water for 2-3 minutes. Strain and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a wok on high heat. Add the shrimp and spread them in a single layer. Sear for 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
  • Lower the heat slightly and add more oil if the wok seems dry. Cook the minced garlic for 1 minute, until golden and fragrant.
  • Pour in the sauce mixture and stir well. Cook until it thickens and turns glossy. This should take 1-2 minutes. Taste now and adjust the flavor to your preference.
  • Add seared shrimp and blanched broccoli into the wok. Toss until everything is evenly coated in the sauce.
  • Serve hot with rice or noodles.

NOTES

  • Shrimp: Always sear shrimp in a single layer to avoid steaming. If using smaller shrimp, reduce the searing time to 1 minute per side.
  • Broccoli stems: Broccoli stems are delicious. Peel and slice them thin for the best texture.
  • Flavor adjustment: This recipe is on the savory side. If you prefer a sweeter dish, add some sugar or honey into the sauce mixture.
  • Sauce: If you prefer more sauce, add 1/2 cup of vegetable to fish stock. Add 1 extra tablespoon of cornstarch to thicken the sauce adequately.

NUTRITION (per serving)

Serving: 1 servingCalories: 245kcalCarbohydrates: 10.8gProtein: 27.8gFat: 10.2gSaturated Fat: 1.6gCholesterol: 165mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 610mgFiber: 2.9gSugar: 2.8g
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Nutrition Facts
Shrimp and Broccoli in Garlic Sauce
Serving Size
 
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
245
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
10.2
g
16
%
Saturated Fat
 
1.6
g
10
%
Cholesterol
 
165
mg
55
%
Sodium
 
720
mg
31
%
Potassium
 
610
mg
17
%
Carbohydrates
 
10.8
g
4
%
Fiber
 
2.9
g
12
%
Sugar
 
2.8
g
3
%
Protein
 
27.8
g
56
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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