Half-Portion Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Broccoli

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Quick sautéed shrimp and crisp broccoli tossed in a spicy soy-garlic sauce, made with half the usual sauce volume for a lighter finish. This asian-inspired stir fry ready in about 20 minutes pairs peeled and deveined raw shrimp, broccoli florets, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 2, 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 250 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 8 oz peeled shrimp and sauté for 2 minutes until pink and just cooked through; remove shrimp and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 2 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  3. Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated ginger to the broccoli; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Stir together 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sriracha sauce, 1 tsp honey, and 2 tbsp water; pour into the skillet and toss with broccoli to coat evenly.
  5. Step 5: Return shrimp to the skillet and stir everything together for 1 minute until heated through and sauce slightly thickens.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Half-Portion Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Broccoli take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 Half-Portion Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Broccoli?

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 broccoli florets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Portion Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Broccoli?

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 Half-Portion Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Broccoli for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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.

What goes well with Half-Portion Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Broccoli?

Asian stir fry like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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