Description
This Broccoli Shrimp Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful dish combining tender shrimp, crisp broccoli, and colorful red bell pepper, all tossed in a savory soy and oyster sauce blend. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, it’s served over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
Vegetables
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
Sauces and Oils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Serving
- Cooked rice or noodles (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Peel and devein the shrimp. Wash the broccoli florets thoroughly and slice the red bell pepper into thin strips.
- Heat Oil: In a large pan or wok, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it begins to shimmer, indicating it’s hot enough for cooking.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pan and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
- Cook Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the pan and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Once cooked, remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Stir Fry Vegetables: In the same pan, add the broccoli florets and sliced red bell pepper. Stir fry the vegetables for 3 to 5 minutes until they become crisp-tender but still retain their vibrant color and slight crunch.
- Return Shrimp: Add the cooked shrimp back into the pan with the vegetables, mixing them together gently.
- Add Sauces: Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and sesame oil. Stir well to evenly coat all the ingredients and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Season to Taste: Taste the stir fry and season with salt and pepper as needed, keeping in mind that soy sauce adds saltiness.
- Serve: Remove the pan from heat and serve the stir fry hot over cooked rice or noodles for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- Oyster sauce is optional but adds a rich, savory depth to the dish.
- For extra crunch, you can blanch the broccoli briefly before stir frying.
- Adjust the amount of soy sauce to control sodium levels.
- Use fresh ginger and garlic for the best flavor impact.
- Enjoy immediately for the freshest taste and texture.
