Description
Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp & Broccoli is a delightful and nutritious dish that will become a favorite in your household. This quick and easy recipe features succulent shrimp cooked in a rich honey garlic butter sauce, perfectly paired with fresh broccoli for a balance of flavors and textures. In just 30 minutes, you can have a gourmet meal on the table that’s both satisfying and healthy. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish is versatile enough to serve over rice or noodles. Impress your family and friends with this vibrant plate that delivers a sweet and savory experience everyone will love.
Ingredients
- Large raw shrimp (fresh or frozen)
- Fresh broccoli florets
- Minced garlic
- Unsalted butter
- Pure honey
- Low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Wash the broccoli thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized pieces. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them completely.
- In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic to create the sauce.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the broccoli for 4-5 minutes until bright green but still crisp.
- Push the broccoli aside and add another tablespoon of butter to the skillet; add the shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp and broccoli, stirring to coat everything evenly for an additional minute.
- Serve immediately on plates or bowls with extra sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg