Description
This Broccoli Shrimp Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful dish combining tender shrimp with crisp broccoli, vibrant bell peppers, and carrots, all tossed in a savory soy and oyster sauce. Perfect for a healthy weeknight meal, it serves well over rice or noodles and comes together in under 30 minutes.
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 them dry thoroughly with a paper towel to remove excess moisture for better sautéing.
- Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, grated ginger, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set aside to be added later.
- Heat the Oil: Warm 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the shrimp.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the hot skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they turn opaque pink and begin to curl. Remove them from the skillet and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Stir-Fry the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Toss in the minced garlic, broccoli florets, sliced bell pepper, and julienned carrot. Stir-fry these vegetables for 3-5 minutes until they become tender yet retain a crisp texture.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the mixture evenly.
- Toss Well: Stir everything vigorously to coat the shrimp and vegetables with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and adheres well.
- Check for Doneness: Ensure the shrimp are fully cooked through and the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp for optimum texture and flavor.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve your delicious broccoli shrimp stir fry immediately over hot cooked rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use large shrimp for a meaty bite, but any size shrimp can work as long as they’re peeled and deveined.
- Adjust the amount of soy and oyster sauce to taste if you prefer a saltier or milder flavor.
- Julienning the carrot ensures it cooks quickly and evenly with the other vegetables.
- For added heat, consider tossing in red pepper flakes or a sliced chili.
- This dish can be made gluten-free by substituting tamari or gluten-free soy sauce and checking oyster sauce ingredients.
