Description
A quick, vibrant, and healthy weeknight meal combining tender shrimp with crisp broccoli in a rich, garlicky sauce. This Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli dish offers fresh flavors, balanced nutrition, and can be prepared in under 20 minutes. Perfect served with rice, quinoa, or noodles, it is simple, delicious, and satisfying for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cups broccoli florets, bite-sized
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Sauce and Seasonings
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Garnish
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Toasted sesame seeds or chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Rinse and pat dry the shrimp, then peel and devein if necessary. Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets. Mince the garlic finely to release its flavor during cooking.
- Cook the broccoli: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the broccoli florets and sauté for 4-5 minutes until they are tender but still crunchy and brightly colored.
- Sauté the shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet with the broccoli, stirring frequently. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, keeping them juicy and tender.
- Add garlic and seasonings: Push the shrimp and broccoli to the sides of the pan and add the minced garlic to the center. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in apple cider vinegar and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), stirring to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Final touches and serve: Season with salt, pepper, and red chili flakes if using. Toss everything until well mixed and heated through. Sprinkle fresh parsley on top. Optionally, garnish with toasted sesame seeds or chopped nuts before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best texture and flavor; frozen can work in a pinch.
- Do not overcook broccoli to maintain a crisp texture that contrasts nicely with tender shrimp.
- Add garlic just before finishing cooking to keep its aroma without burning or bitterness.
- Maintain moderate heat during cooking to keep shrimp tender and broccoli from becoming mushy.
- Adjust apple cider vinegar amount to suit your preferred level of acidity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: garlic shrimp, broccoli, quick dinner, healthy meal, weeknight recipe, sautéed shrimp, low carb, high protein
