Shrimp and Broccoli Stir Fry {Soy Free}
Juicy shrimp, crisp-tender broccoli, and a garlicky, flavorful sauce—this shrimp stir fry comes together in under 30 minutes, making it a lifesaver on busy weeknights. Flexible, quick, and full of flavor, it’s perfect served over rice, noodles, or even cauliflower rice. With a few simple ingredients and some tips from my kitchen, you’ll have a dinner your whole family will love
Servings: 4
Equipment
Ingredients
Shrimp Stir Fry
- 2-3 tbsp oil
- 1.5 lb shrimp *peeled and deveined
- 1/2 lb broccoli florets *about 3 cups
- 1/2 inch ginger *about 1tsp minced
- 1 stalk green onion chopped, white and green parts seperated
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes *optional
- 3 cloves garlic minced
Stir Fry Sauce
- 1/2 cup coconut aminos my favorite alternative to soy sauce
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 1 tbsp arrowroot starch or corn starch
- 1/4 cup water or broth
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp: If using frozen shrimp, thaw them in the refrigerator overnight or in the microwave on the defrost setting for a few minutes. Pat shrimp dry, peel and devein, if necessary. Set aside.
- Prepare the vegetables: Wash and chop the broccoli into bite-sized pieces. If using carrots, or bell peppers, slice them into size bites as well. Set aside.
- Make the sauce: Add the stir fry sauce ingredients into a bowl or jar. Stir or shake to combine.
- Add a tablespoon of starch to a small bowl of water or broth and mix until dissolved.
- Heat 2 – 3 tbsp of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic, and white part of green onion, ginger to the pan and cook for 30 - 40 seconds or until fragrant.
- Add broccoli to and sautte until slightly tender
- Add shrimps in, cook 2 - 3 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Add the sauce to the pan and stir to combine.
- Add the starch mixture to the pan and gently until the sauce has thickened.
- Season with extra salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately over rice or noodles. Garnish with the green part of green onions or sesame seeds.
Notes
- Cook shrimp and veggies separately for extra crispness.
- Use a large pan or wok so everything cooks evenly.
- Spice it up with red pepper flakes or sriracha if you like heat.
- Prep ahead by chopping veggies, cleaning shrimp, and making the sauce—it makes weeknight dinners a breeze.
Nutrition
Serving: -57g