Description
Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender shrimp in a sweet and savory sauce with crisp broccoli. Perfect for a healthy and easy dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp green onions (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside.
2. Cook the Broccoli
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add broccoli and sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
- Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. Sauté the Shrimp
- In the same pan, melt butter over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
4. Add Garlic & Sauce
- Reduce heat to medium.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the honey garlic sauce, stirring to coat the shrimp.
5. Combine & Simmer
- Return the cooked broccoli to the pan, tossing everything together.
- Let simmer for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Garnish & Serve
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
- Serve warm over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Spicy Kick: Add extra red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha.
- Gluten-Free: Use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
- Extra Veggies: Include bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas for added nutrition.
- Low-Carb Option: Serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.
- Citrus Boost: Add orange zest or juice for a fresh twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Keywords: honey garlic shrimp, shrimp and broccoli, easy shrimp recipe, one-pan shrimp meal, healthy seafood dinner