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A vibrant dish of low carb shrimp and broccoli stir-fry

Zesty Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry

This Zesty Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry is a quick and healthy meal, bursting with flavor from garlic, ginger, and a savory soy-sesame sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined fresh or frozen, thawed
  • 4 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
Sauce & Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for a gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 0.5 teaspoon grated fresh ginger optional, but highly recommended
  • 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes or to taste
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Preparation
  1. If using frozen ingredients, thaw shrimp and pat dry, and ensure broccoli florets are also dry. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add broccoli florets to the hot pan and sauté for 3-5 minutes until bright green and slightly tender-crisp. Remove broccoli and set aside.
  3. Add the seasoned shrimp to the same pan in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside with the broccoli.
  4. Reduce heat to medium, then add minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  5. Return the cooked shrimp and broccoli to the pan, then pour in the soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Toss gently to coat everything evenly and cook for another 1-2 minutes to warm the sauce through.
Serving
  1. Remove from heat and serve immediately, or portion into meal prep containers once cooled.

Notes

For extra zest, you can add a squeeze of fresh lime juice at the end. Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level. Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal, or enjoy as a stand-alone low-carb option.