Description
Indulge in the savory goodness of Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp & Broccoli. Discover a delicious dinner option today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cups (340g) fresh broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 tablespoons (56g) butter, divided
- 5 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Shrimp and Broccoli Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure proper searing. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Set aside. If you haven’t already, cut your broccoli into bite-sized florets of similar size to ensure even cooking. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 2 minutes until bright green. Immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking, then drain well.
- Step 2: Make the Sauce In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes until well combined. This balanced sauce brings together sweet, salty, tangy, and spicy elements that will coat every bite. Having it ready before cooking ensures the process moves quickly once you start.
- Step 3: Cook the Shrimp Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the butter has melted and begins to sizzle, add the shrimp in a single layer without overcrowding (cook in batches if necessary). Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and just opaque. Remove shrimp to a plate and set aside.
- Step 4: Cook the Broccoli In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the blanched broccoli and sauté for 2-3 minutes until just tender and starting to get some color on the edges. Transfer to the plate with the shrimp.
- Step 5: Bring It All Together Reduce heat to medium-low. Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the pan, then add the minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Pour in the honey-soy sauce mixture and simmer for 1-2 minutes until it begins to thicken slightly.
- Step 6: Finish the Dish Return the shrimp and broccoli to the pan. Gently toss to coat everything in the sauce. Add the final tablespoon of butter and swirl the pan to create a silky, glossy sauce. Cook for just 1 minute to reheat everything. Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg