Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Sesame Oil

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A vibrant, 15-minute dinner featuring succulent shrimp and crisp broccoli in a tangy sesame-ginger sauce. This Asian-inspired quick recipe (low-carb, high-protein), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs raw shrimp, broccoli florets, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 335 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 335 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add 12 ounces shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 cups broccoli florets to the skillet and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon honey, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger.
  5. Step 5: Pour sauce over broccoli, return shrimp to skillet, and toss for 1 minute until heated through and glossy.

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