Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli and Cashews

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A quick and flavorful stir-fry combining plump shrimp, crunchy broccoli, and toasted cashews in a garlicky soy sauce glaze. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, broccoli florets, unsalted cashews for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 1/4 cup water until smooth; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1/2 cup unsalted cashews and stir-fry for 2 minutes until lightly toasted. Remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the wok, then add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until pink and just cooked through.
  5. Step 5: Add 3 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
  6. Step 6: Pour the prepared sauce over the shrimp and broccoli, stirring constantly. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
  7. Step 7: Stir in 1 tsp sesame oil and the toasted cashews. Toss gently to combine.
  8. Step 8: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp 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 Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli and Cashews?

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 Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp 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 Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp 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 Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp 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.

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