Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli and Sesame
A quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring succulent shrimp and crisp broccoli tossed in a savory garlic sesame sauce. This asian-inspired stir fry ready in about 20 minutes pairs shrimp (peeled and deveined), broccoli florets, garlic cloves (minced) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp ginger (fresh, minced)
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 stalks green onions (sliced)
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz shrimp and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until pink and just cooked through, then transfer shrimp to a plate.
- Step 2: In the same wok, add 2 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp minced fresh ginger to the broccoli, stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Return the shrimp to the wok and add 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tsp honey, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Toss everything together and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens and coats the shrimp and broccoli.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions on top before serving warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli and Sesame 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 Sesame?
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 shrimp (peeled and deveined) from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli and Sesame?
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 Sesame 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 Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli and Sesame?
Asian stir fry 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My husband and I had this for date night and it was delicious. The sesame oil was a nice touch.
- ★★★★★
A great weeknight meal. The flavors were authentic and the shrimp was tender.
- ★★★★★
The garlic and sesame really elevated the shrimp. Broccoli was perfectly crisp.
