Honey Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli Quick Delight

Ingredients

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium)
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• to taste salt and pepper
• for garnish sesame seeds
• for garnish sliced green onions

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, and minced garlic. Set aside.
2. In another bowl, toss the shrimp with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until fully coated.
3. Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the broccoli florets. Cook for 2 minutes, then drain and transfer to an ice bath.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if necessary, and stir-fry the blanched broccoli for about 2 minutes.
6. Return the shrimp to the skillet with the broccoli, then pour the prepared honey garlic sauce over the top. Stir gently to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce thickens slightly.
7. Transfer the mixture to a serving dish. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.