Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry
A quick, healthy stir-fry with succulent shrimp, crisp broccoli, and a garlicky soy sauce glaze. This asian-inspired seafood (low-carb) ready in about 30 minutes pairs shrimp, broccoli, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp
- 2 cups broccoli
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp, 1/2 tsp salt, and stir-fry 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove to a plate.
- Step 2: Add 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 2 cups broccoli florets. Stir-fry 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp peanut butter. Pour over the vegetables and stir to coat. Return shrimp to the pan and cook 2 minutes until heated through. Serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry low-carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
So much better than takeout. We'll never order asian delivery again.
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
