Want a quick and easy dinner idea? This shrimp broccoli stir fry is ready in minutes yet turns out so tasty. It's loaded with tender-crisp veggies, shrimp, and a savory sauce for a delicious and nutritious meal the whole family will love.
In a bowl, combine shrimps, corn starch, and Chinese cooking wine. Massage shrimp to fully coat and marinate for about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain shrimps well, squeezing any excess liquid.
In a sauce pot over medium heat, bring about 1 quart of salted water to a boil. Add broccoli and carrots and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes or until tender yet crisp.
With a slotted spoon, remove the vegetables from pot and plunge the vegetables into a bowl of ice water. Reserve ½ cup of the parboiling liquid.
When completely cold, drain the vegetables well in a colander.
In a wide, heavy-bottomed pan over high heat, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil. Add shrimp and cook, turning as needed, just until color changes. Remove from pan and drain on paper towels.
Wipe down the surface of the pan if needed. Increase heat to high and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil. Add onions and garlic and cook, stirring regularly, for about 30 seconds or until softened.
In a bowl, combine the sauce ingredients and stir until well-blended. Add to the pan and bring to a simmer until slightly thickened.
Add shrimp and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes.
Add broccoli and carrots and cook, stirring to combine and fully coat with sauce, for about 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
Cut the vegetables in uniform sizes to ensure even cooking.