Skillet
Ginger shrimp and broccoli stir-fry
Plump shrimp and bright green broccoli in a simple sauce of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic. The whole thing comes together in the time it takes rice to cook.
Allergens: Contains shellfish, soy, and wheat (soy sauce). Use tamari labeled gluten-free if you avoid wheat.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 large head broccoli (about 1 1/4 pounds), cut into small florets
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/3 cup water
- 2 scallions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
- Cooked rice, for serving
Method
- Whisk the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water in a small bowl until smooth. Set the sauce aside.
- Pat the shrimp dry. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook 1 to 2 minutes per side, just until pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of oil and the broccoli to the pan with 2 tablespoons water. Cover and cook 3 minutes, then uncover and stir-fry 2 minutes more, until bright green and crisp-tender.
- Push the broccoli to the sides, add the garlic and ginger to the center, and stir for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Whisk the sauce again, pour it in, and stir until it bubbles and thickens, about 1 minute. Return the shrimp and any juices and toss to coat.
- Serve over rice, topped with scallions and sesame seeds.
Storage
Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days. Reheat briefly in a skillet; long reheating makes shrimp tough.
Kitchen notes
Dry shrimp sear; wet shrimp steam. A quick pat with paper towels makes a real difference, especially with thawed frozen shrimp.
Cooking the shrimp first and adding it back at the end keeps it from overcooking while the broccoli softens.
Snap peas, sliced bell pepper, or bok choy can stand in for some of the broccoli. Add delicate vegetables in the last minute.
Kitchen notes, not medical advice. These pages describe how to cook food. They do not diagnose, treat, or promise any health result. If you have an allergy or need a specific eating pattern, follow the advice of a qualified professional.