Sautéed Shrimp, Broccoli, and Mushrooms
A delightful dish combining fresh vegetables with succulent shrimp, perfect for busy weeknights. Quick and easy to prepare, it's a colorful and nutritious meal that appeals to seafood lovers and veggie enthusiasts alike.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Make sure the shrimp is properly deveined for best flavor and texture.
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets Use fresh broccoli for the best taste and nutrition.
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced Fresh mushrooms are preferred, but frozen can be used in a pinch.
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For stir-frying.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds flavor to the dish.
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional) Adds a rich flavor, but can be skipped.
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch Used for thickening the sauce.
- 1/4 cup water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), cornstarch, and water until smooth. Set aside.
Cooking
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add minced garlic and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp from the wok and set aside.
- Add broccoli florets and mushrooms to the wok and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return the shrimp to the wok. Pour the sauce over the shrimp and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
This dish is delicious served over steamed rice or noodles. For extra flavor, sprinkle with sesame seeds or sliced green onions. For a bit of heat, add red pepper flakes or hot sauce when serving. Leftovers should be cooled completely, placed in an airtight container, and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 24gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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