Garlic Butter Broccoli Shrimp
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Garlic Butter Broccoli Shrimp

timer 15 MIN
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person 4 servings
Recipe
Garlic Butter Broccoli Shrimp

About This Recipe

This Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry is a quick, flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp with crisp-tender broccoli in a savory garlic-infused sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe highlights fresh ingredients like plump shrimp and vibrant broccoli, marinated and stir-fried to perfection. The shrimp are tenderized with a mix of cooking wine, soy sauce, and starch, while the broccoli soaks in salt water for extra crispness. Aromatic scallions, ginger, and garlic add depth, while a blend of oyster sauce, soy sauce, and a touch of sugar creates a rich, umami-packed glaze. The key is quick, high-heat stir-frying to lock in freshness—just be careful not to overcook! Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is a delicious balance of protein and veggies, making it a healthy yet indulgent meal. Serve hot for a restaurant-quality dinner at home!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • shrimp 300g
  • broccoli 200g
The aromatics
  • scallions 2 stalks
  • ginger 10g (1-inch piece)
  • garlic 3 cloves
The sauce & seasonings
  • cooking wine 2 tbsp
  • soy sauce 1.5 tbsp
  • starch 1 tbsp
  • oil 3 tbsp (divided)
  • sugar 0.5 tbsp
  • oyster sauce 1 tbsp

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Clean and wash the shrimp, remove excess water, add a tablespoon of cooking wine, half a tablespoon of soy sauce, a pinch of salt, and a tablespoon of starch. Mix well with a few drops of oil and marinate for 15 minutes.
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Step 2
Step 2
Soak the broccoli in salt water for a while, then rinse and cut into small florets.
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Step 3
Step 3
Prepare chopped scallions, ginger, and garlic.
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Step 4
Step 4
Heat a wok with an appropriate amount of oil, stir-fry the broccoli until it is slightly cooked, then remove it from the wok.
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Step 5
Step 5
Stir-fry the shrimp with a small amount of oil until they change color, then remove them from the wok.
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Step 6
Step 6
Heat the oil to 60% heat, add the ginger and scallions, and stir-fry until fragrant.
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Step 7
Step 7
Add the broccoli and shrimp to the wok and stir-fry until they are well combined.
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Step 8
Step 8
Add half a tablespoon of sugar, a tablespoon of soy sauce, a tablespoon of cooking wine, and a tablespoon of oyster sauce. Season with salt to taste, but note that oyster sauce is quite salty, so no additional salt is needed.
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Step 9
Step 9
Finally, add the garlic and stir-fry until well combined, then turn off the heat. Be careful not to overcook, as the broccoli and shrimp are already cooked.
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Step 10
Step 10
Serve the dish.
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Step 11
Step 11
Enjoy!

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