Shrimp Broccoli Stir Fry

broccoli and shrimp stir-fry in a white bowl

5 from 1 vote

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.

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Total Time30

Course: Main Entree

Cuisine: Asian

Servings: Servings

Calories: 342kcal

Author: Lalaine Manalo

Ingredients

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon Chinese cooking wine
2 head broccoli, cut into florets
2 large carrots, peeled and cut thinly on a bias
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 onion, peeled and sliced thinly
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced

For the Stir-fry Sauce

½ cup poaching liquid, reserved from parboiling the broccoli
⅓ cup oyster sauce
2 tablespoons Chinese cooking wine
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch

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Instructions

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.

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