Sweet and Spicy Broccoli and Shrimp Stir Fry
This vibrant and flavorful stir fry combines tender shrimp, crisp broccoli, and fragrant sesame oil in a delightful sweet and spicy sauce. The perfect balance of flavors and textures make this dish a crowd-pleasing favorite that will leave everyone wanting more.
ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Cooked white rice, for serving
steps
- 1.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, Sriracha sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- 2.
Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3.
Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- 4.
In the same skillet, add the broccoli florets and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- 5.
Return the shrimp to the skillet and pour the sauce mixture over it. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
- 6.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp and broccoli.
- 7.
Serve the sweet and spicy broccoli and shrimp stir fry over a bed of cooked white rice.
- 8.
Garnish with sesame seeds for an extra crunch.