Shrimp and Broccoli Stir Fry in Garlic Sauce

This Shrimp and Broccoli Stir Fry in Garlic Sauce is a quick and flavorful dish with perfectly marinated shrimp, crisp broccoli, and a savory garlic sauce. It’s a great way to enjoy a healthy and satisfying meal in just a few minutes. Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients:

For the Shrimp Marinade:

• 14 oz (400 grams) Shrimp
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/3 tsp black pepper
• 2 tsp vegetable oil

For the Sauce:

• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1/2 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 2 tsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp dark soy sauce

For Stir Fry:

• 2-3 tbsp vegetable oil for stir-frying
• 12 oz (340 grams) broccoli
• 8 cloves garlic, diced
• 1/2 tbsp minced ginger
• A few red dried chilies (optional)
• 2 tbsp water

Instructions:

Marinate the Shrimp:
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Season with salt, paprika, black pepper, and vegetable oil. Mix well and set aside.

Prepare the Sauce:
In a bowl, whisk together the water, sugar, oyster sauce, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, and dark soy sauce. Set aside.

Prepare the Broccoli:
Cut the broccoli into florets. If using stems, peel the skin and cut them into quarters. Optionally, you can pickle the broccoli stems for a unique twist.

Prepare the Garlic and Ginger:
Dice the garlic and mince the ginger. If desired, cut open a few dried red chilies for extra heat.

Heat the Wok:
Turn the heat to high and heat your wok until it’s smoking hot. Add a few tablespoons of vegetable oil and swirl it to coat the bottom.

Stir Fry the Shrimp:
Add the marinated shrimp to the hot wok and stir-fry for 2 minutes until they turn pink and slightly translucent in the center. Remove the shrimp and set them aside.

Stir Fry the Vegetables:
Tilt the wok to leave the oil behind. Turn the heat to medium and add the garlic, ginger, dried chilies (if using), and broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.

Steam the Broccoli:
Add 2 tbsp of water to the side of the wok and cover it with a lid. This will trap the steam and cook the broccoli through while keeping it crisp.

Add the Sauce and Shrimp:
Pour the sauce into the wok and return the shrimp. Toss everything together for 2 more minutes, or until the sauce thickens.

Serve:
Once the sauce has thickened, serve the shrimp and broccoli stir fry hot.

Enjoy:

This Shrimp and Broccoli Stir Fry in Garlic Sauce is a simple, delicious, and healthy dish that’s bursting with flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: Approximately 250-300 kcal per serving (depends on ingredients used)

Enjoy your flavorful, quick, and nutritious stir fry!

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