Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Cashews
A quick stir-fry featuring succulent shrimp, crisp broccoli, and crunchy cashews in a spicy garlic sauce. This Asian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs large shrimp, broccoli florets, cashews for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 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, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1/3 cup unsalted cashews
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 stalks, sliced green onions
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth; set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the wok, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp to a plate.
- Step 4: Add 3 cups broccoli florets to the wok and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Return shrimp to the wok along with 1/3 cup unsalted cashews. Pour the prepared sauce over everything and stir-fry for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats all ingredients.
- Step 6: Garnish with 2 sliced green onions and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Cashews take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 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 Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Cashews?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Cashews?
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 Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Cashews 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.
What goes well with Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Cashews?
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.
