One-Pan Sesame Garlic Shrimp & Broccoli Delight
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 0 Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Toss in the broccoli florets and a pinch of salt, stirring frequently. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until the broccoli is bright green and slightly tender.
- Push the broccoli to one side of the pan and add the shrimp to the other side. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
- Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink, then flip them over.
- In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), rice vinegar, and the remaining tablespoon of sesame oil. Pour this mixture over the shrimp and broccoli.
- Stir well to combine everything and coat the shrimp and broccoli in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Remove from heat, and sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the top.
💡 Chef's Notes
Serve with rice or noodles for a complete meal.