Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli, a quick and satisfying dish that brings together succulent shrimp and tender broccoli in a luscious sweet and savory sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, this meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The harmonious blend of honey, garlic, and butter creates an irresistible coating that elevates the natural sweetness of the shrimp and the vibrant crunch of the broccoli. Whether served over rice, tossed with noodles, or enjoyed as a light salad topping, this dish is sure to impress everyone at your dinner table.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 cups broccoli (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Olive oil, salt & pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
- Marinate shrimp in 1/3 of the sauce for at least 15 minutes.
- Whisk cornstarch into the remaining sauce.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet; sauté broccoli until tender-crisp (about 5-6 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Melt butter in the same skillet; cook marinated shrimp for about 2 minutes on each side until pink.
- Add reserved sauce to the skillet; simmer until thickened (2-3 minutes).
- Toss in cooked broccoli; serve over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg