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Shrimp & Broccoli Stir Fry

Quick shrimp and broccoli stir fry with a savory homemade sauce.
Ready in just 20 minutes for an easy weeknight dinner.
Serve over rice for a healthy, satisfying meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian-inspired

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons Sriracha
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 4 large garlic cloves grated
  • 1 knob fresh ginger grated
  • Juice of 1 lime

For the Stir Fry

  • 1 pound medium shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 large head broccoli cut into florets
  • 1 bunch scallions thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Brown rice for serving

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, Sriracha, cornstarch, garlic, ginger, and lime juice.
  • Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add broccoli and scallions (reserve some for garnish) and cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly charred.
  • Reduce heat to medium-high, add remaining oil and shrimp. Cook for 3–4 minutes until shrimp turn pink.
  • Pour in the sauce and toss everything together. Cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  • Remove from heat, garnish with scallions, and serve Shrimp & Broccoli Stir Fry over brown rice.

Notes

  • Serve with jasmine rice or noodles instead of brown rice if preferred.
  • Add carrots, snap peas, or bell peppers for extra vegetables.
  • For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce.