Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli and Bell Pepper
A speedy stir-fry combining succulent shrimp with crisp broccoli and sweet bell pepper in a savory garlic sauce. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 22 minutes pairs (150 g) broccoli florets, medium, thinly sliced red bell pepper, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 3, 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 (450 g), peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 2 cups (150 g) broccoli florets
- 1 medium, thinly sliced red bell pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 5, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 2, thinly sliced for garnish green onions
- 1 tbsp for garnish (optional) toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 5 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and are just cooked through.
- Step 3: Add 2 cups broccoli florets and 1 medium thinly sliced red bell pepper, stir-frying for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the shrimp and vegetables.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 thinly sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds if using before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli and Bell Pepper take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli and Bell Pepper?
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 (150 g) broccoli florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli and Bell Pepper?
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 Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli and Bell Pepper for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli and Bell Pepper?
Asian seafood 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.
