Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli Recipe

Introduction

This Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli dish is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. The sweet and savory sauce pairs beautifully with tender shrimp and crisp broccoli, creating a satisfying dinner in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 pound large shrimp (peeled, deveined, and tails removed if desired)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cups chopped broccoli
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Mix well until blended.
2. Step 2: Place the peeled and deveined shrimp in a bowl and add one-third of the sauce mixture, tossing to coat.
3. Step 3: Whisk the cornstarch into the remaining sauce mixture and set it aside for later.
4. Step 4: Heat a skillet or wok over high heat. Add olive oil, chopped broccoli, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes until broccoli is just tender. Remove broccoli from the pan and set aside.
5. Step 5: Add butter to the skillet. Add shrimp, discarding any marinade, and cook until shrimp turn pink, about 2 minutes per side.
6. Step 6: Pour in the reserved sauce mixture and simmer over low to medium heat until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
7. Step 7: Return the cooked broccoli to the pan and toss gently until heated through and coated with the sauce.
8. Step 8: Serve immediately over rice or pasta for a complete meal.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, add a splash of sesame oil when cooking the broccoli.
• Swap broccoli for snap peas or green beans if preferred.
• Adjust red pepper flakes to taste for more or less heat.
• Use fresh shrimp for best texture, but frozen shrimp can be thawed and used as well.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat or in the microwave to avoid overcooking the shrimp. This dish is best enjoyed fresh but can be warmed carefully.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen shrimp for this recipe?

Yes, frozen shrimp can be used. Just make sure to thaw them fully and pat dry before marinating to prevent excess water in the dish.

What can I serve with honey garlic butter shrimp and broccoli?

This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed rice, noodles, or even quinoa for a wholesome meal.

Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli Recipe

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Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli is a quick and flavorful stir-fry dish featuring tender shrimp and crisp broccoli tossed in a luscious honey garlic butter sauce. Perfect for a weeknight meal, this recipe combines sweet, savory, and slightly spicy notes for a deliciously balanced entree.

• Author: Sana
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Main Dish
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Sauce

• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Main

• 1 pound large shrimp (peeled, deveined and tails removed if desired)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cups chopped broccoli
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the sauce and shrimp marinade: In a small bowl, combine honey, low sodium soy sauce, fresh grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Mix well until ingredients are thoroughly combined. Place peeled and deveined shrimp into a separate bowl, add one-third of the sauce mixture, and toss to coat the shrimp evenly.
2. Prepare the thickening agent: Whisk the cornstarch into the remaining two-thirds of the sauce mixture, set this reserved marinade aside. This will be used later to thicken the sauce.
3. Cook broccoli: Heat a skillet or wok over high heat and add olive oil. Add chopped broccoli along with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 5-6 minutes until broccoli becomes tender but still crisp. Remove broccoli from the pan and set aside.
4. Cook shrimp: Add butter to the same skillet and discard any leftover marinade on the shrimp. Cook shrimp for about 2 minutes on each side, until they turn pink and opaque.
5. Thicken the sauce: Pour the reserved sauce mixture into the skillet with shrimp, bring to a low to medium simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp nicely.
6. Combine broccoli and shrimp: Return the cooked broccoli to the pan and toss everything together until heated through, ensuring the broccoli is well coated with the sauce.
7. Serve: Serve the honey garlic butter shrimp and broccoli over cooked rice or pasta for a complete meal.

Notes

• For a spicier dish, increase the red pepper flakes according to your heat preference.
• You can substitute broccoli with other vegetables like snap peas, bell peppers, or asparagus.
• Serve immediately for best texture; leftover shrimp may become rubbery if overcooked upon reheating.
• To make it gluten-free, ensure the soy sauce used is gluten-free tamari.
• Adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving can brighten the flavors.

Keywords: Honey Garlic Shrimp, Butter Shrimp, Shrimp and Broccoli, Quick Dinner, Stir-fry Shrimp