Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli and Chili Flakes

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Succulent shrimp quickly stir-fried with crisp broccoli and a touch of chili flakes for a spicy, garlicky Asian-inspired dish. This asian-inspired seafood (low carb) ready in about 20 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large 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 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 250 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute. Add 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp in a single layer. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until shrimp turn pink and start to curl.
  3. Step 3: Add 3 cups broccoli florets and 1/2 tsp salt. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp rice vinegar, tossing to coat shrimp and broccoli evenly. Cook for another 1 minute until sauce slightly thickens.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and drizzle 1 tsp toasted sesame oil over the dish. Garnish with 2 thinly sliced green onions and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

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

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 Chili Flakes?

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 Chili Flakes 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.

Is Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli and Chili Flakes low carb?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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