BETTER THAN TAKEOUT - 15 Mins Shrimp and Broccoli Recipe

Shrimp and broccoli in garlic sauce is a classic Cantonese dish. It is super healthy, delicious and It takes about 15 minutes to make.

To marinate the shrimp
14 oz 400 grams of Shrimp
1/4 tsp of salt
1/3 tsp of black pepper
2 tsp of vegetable oil

To make the sauce:
1/2 cup of water
1/2 tsp of sugar
1 tsp of dark soy sauce
2 tsp of cornstarch

Others
2-3 tbsp of vegetable oil to stir fry
12 oz 340 grams of broccoli
8 cloves of garlic, diced
1/2 tbsp of ginger
2 tbsp of water

Instructions

Use paper towels to dry the shrimp then season it with 1/4 tsp of salt, 1 tsp of paprika, 1/3 tsp of black pepper, and a drizzle of vegetable oil. Mix well and set it aside.

Cut the broccoli into florets. Some people will throw out the stems. Let me share a wonderful way to use the stems. Peel the skin and cut them into quarters. Pickle them just like how you will pickle cucumbers. You will be surprised by how good they taste.

Dice 8 cloves of garlic and 1/2 tbsp of ginger. Optionally, cut open a few dried red chilies to spice up the dish, you can also use chili flake if you want.

Before we turn on the heat, let’s put the sauce together: 1.5 tsp of cornstarch, 1 tbsp of soy sauce, 1 tbsp of oyster sauce, 1/2 tbsp of hoisin sauce, 1/2 tsp of sugar, 1 tsp of dark soy sauce, and 1/2 cup of water. Mix well.

Turn the heat to high and heat your wok until it is smoking hot. Drizzle in a few tbsp of oil and swirl it around to cover the bottom. Toss in the shrimp. The wok is super hot. You only need to stir the shrimp for a couple of minutes and they should turn nice and pink. They are not completely cooked through yet. The inside is still a bit translucent. That is the point you want to take them out. Don’t worry, we will cook them further later.

Make sure you tilt the wok to leave the oil behind. We will use that to stir fry the vegetables. Turn the heat back on medium and throw in the garlic, ginger, the optional red dried chilies, and the broccoli. Toss for a minute or 2. Add a splash of water from the side of the wok. Quickly put on the lid to trap the steam so it cooks the vegetables through. This way, the broccoli is stir-fried then semi-steamed, which tastes so much better than just blanched broccoli.

Pour in the sauce. Introduce the shrimp back into the wok. Toss for a couple of minutes or until the sauce is thickened. And you are done.

[SoupedUpRecipes]

Thank you for watching. Just a little bit info about my condition. I have been trying different arthritis medications over the last 2 years and hope to find one that works for me. During this trying period, I have to take Prednisone to help with the symptom. It messed up my appetizer. I feel hungry all the time and I eat 3 times as much compare to before. I had to cook lots of vegetables and low-fat meat just to fill up my stomach and prevent me from eating rice and noodles. Because I am Asain, and I am constantly wanting to eat rice and noodles. Especially I am testing and cooking all the time. So it is very difficult.



Well, below are some of the recipes that worked for me, you can check them out if you want.

[didisinclair]

Mandy, I hope you find a solution to your arthritis. I'm so grateful that you post, even when you might be in pain. I send good luck and love.

[jensdivineutopia]

I just made this today. I added some carrots and cabbage as well and it was wonderful! Thank you!!!

[Tranquility]

Hello. I’m so sorry to hear about your arthritis. Thank you for sharing your wonderful recipes with us. You’re such a lovely young lady and I wish you the best!

[LJ-gnun]

I've really enjoyed trying out Mandy's different recipes, especially this one! One of the things I've noted she really has done her homework putting these recipes together, as far as the amount of ingredients that will fit perfectly in the wok without over crowding it, and most importantly the flavor profiles. I'm learning!

The only thing I did differently on this recipe was to add about a 1/2 tbsp sesame oil and tossed it in right before adding the sauce. I like VERY spicy food so I doubled the amount of chili's, split and de-seeded them, and soaked them in the water (warm) the recipe calls for and then added it.

It turned out delicious - and HOT! If the top of my head doesn't sweat it's not spicy enough for me!

[is]

Made this today for dinner. It was delicious! The whole family loved it. I added a thinly sliced chicken breast to the shrimp and it turned out good. Mandy, thank you very much for the recipe! Everyone in my family asked to make it again soon.

[QuitzeMartinez]

I just made this tonight, exactly how you said! This is the most amazing recipe ever!!! Thank you so much for showing me this! You are an amazing cook and thank you for sharing all of your delicious recipes, I have followed you for awhile and you are doing an amazing job!! Keep up the good work!!

[janasophiadavid]

I just did this recipe today!! It’s so delicious! My fiancé loved it! He requested that I do this every week!! Thank you for sharing!!

[dawnrobbins]

So sad that you have to deal with this terrible condition. Just know that we love you regardless of your belly size or other side effects of the medications. ❤️

[gypsyvanneraddict]

I made this today and it was epic! Thanks for your fabulous recipes. I made a few changes - I used hoisin sauce, fish sauce, dark soy and oyster sauce- I also added red pepper and onions to this recipe … epic!! Better than take out!!! I omitted the paprika - I forgot about it.

It came together so quickly!

REQUEST FOR CHINESE ALMOND COOKIES PLEASE ❤️🐾❤️

[guil]

Just found you! I hope you get an upper hand with your arthritis!!! Making this shrimp dish tonight!!! Thank you!

[barbaragroves]

I love Shrimp with broccoli! It's my favorite stir fry. Now, I have to try yours. Thanks, Mandy and I hope your situation gets better.

[kbota]

I made this tonight and it was delicious! Thank you for teaching us.

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Just put the wok on my Amazon wish list! Awesome recipe! Haven't wanted shrimp in years. I do now!!

[MulYeungCooking]

Yum, a real simple dish you can make for dinner in a hurry!

[AnointedCrys]

Thank you Mandy for sharing this, and the fact that you have health challenges. My challenges cause me to struggle with my weigh too. Thank you for the idea

[Stell_uh]

So delicious, fast and simple! Thank you! Adding this to my weekly meals ❤️

[nancyjohnson]

I love watching you cook. You make it seem so easy! Your chicken fried rice recipe is my all time favorite, but this one is a must try. Thank you for sharing your recipes and cooking with us.

[magnoliazone]

Hi Mandy,
We made this recipe. It was soo good had it two days in a row. Thank you for sharing. All the best and lots of healing energy your way on the arthritis. 🙏

[silenthunter]

Here's hoping I can get this wok for my new kitchen and can make everyone I know enjoy Chinese and Asian cooking as much as I do! Thanks for launching the wok for the UK again!