Easy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Rice – Better Than Takeout

Hi there, food lover! 👋

Ready to create a dish that’s fast, flavorful, and guaranteed to satisfy those takeout cravings? Today’s recipe—Easy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Rice—brings together the vibrant energy of traditional Asian-style stir-fries with the wholesome comfort of a homemade meal. 🍤🥦🍚

For generations, stir-frying has been a beloved cooking method across many cultures—quick, hot, and designed to lock in freshness while keeping ingredients crisp and colorful. This recipe celebrates that tradition. Succulent shrimp, tender-crisp broccoli, savory aromatics, and a glossy stir-fry sauce come together in under 20 minutes. Paired with warm rice, it’s the perfect weeknight hero.

Shrimp cooks lightning-fast, making it ideal for busy days, while broccoli adds nourishing crunch and a boost of vitamins. The sauce—simple yet deeply comforting—brings soy, garlic, ginger, and a splash of sweetness to balance everything perfectly. It’s the kind of dish that tastes like your favorite takeout spot… only fresher, lighter, and made with love.

If you want a meal that’s delicious, balanced, and full of traditional stir-fry spirit, grab your wok and let’s get cooking! 🔥🥢


Ingredients

For the Stir-Fry:

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 small onion, sliced

For the Sauce:

  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup water or chicken broth
  • 1 tsp cornstarch (optional for thickness)

For Serving:

  • Steamed white or brown rice
  • Sesame seeds
  • Sliced green onions

Step-by-Step Directions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, sesame oil, and water. If using, add cornstarch and mix until dissolved.
  2. Heat oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add shrimp and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add broccoli, garlic, ginger, and onion to the wok. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until broccoli turns bright green.
  5. Return the shrimp to the pan.
  6. Pour the stir-fry sauce over everything and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Cook for another 1–2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and all ingredients are heated through.
  8. Serve over warm rice and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Enjoy! 🍤🔥

Nutritional Information

Prep Time: 10 minutes
🔥 Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Calories per serving: 360
🍽️ Servings: 4

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Bon appétit and happy cooking! 👩🍳🍽️

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