Description
This quick and flavorful Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli recipe is the perfect go-to for a weeknight dinner. Made with simple ingredients like fresh shrimp, crisp broccoli, and aromatic garlic, it delivers bold flavor with minimal effort. Ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
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1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined; tail-on or tail-off)
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3 cups broccoli florets (fresh preferred)
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4 cloves garlic (minced or grated)
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2 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil)
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1 tbsp unsalted butter (optional)
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Salt and black pepper (to taste)
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Flavor Enhancers (Optional)
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1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
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1 tsp sesame oil
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½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
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Juice of ½ lemon
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Garnish (Optional)
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Toasted sesame seeds
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Chopped parsley or green onions
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Instructions
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Prep shrimp by patting dry. Chop broccoli and mince garlic.
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Blanch broccoli in boiling water for 2 minutes or microwave with water for 1–2 minutes.
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Cook shrimp in 1 tbsp oil over medium-high heat, 1–2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
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Sauté garlic in remaining oil for 30 seconds. Add broccoli and cook 2–3 minutes.
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Combine shrimp back into the pan. Add soy sauce, butter (optional), lemon juice. Cook for 1–2 more minutes.
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Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds or green onions.
Notes
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Avoid overcooking shrimp for best texture.
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Add red pepper flakes for heat, or honey for a sweet stir-fry twist.
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Customize with rice, noodles, or low-carb sides like zoodles or cauliflower rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course, Quick Meals
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion / American-Asian Inspired
Keywords: garlic shrimp and broccoli, easy shrimp dinner, quick skillet meals, healthy shrimp recipes, low-carb shrimp dish