How to Make Shrimp with Broccoli in Garlic Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

One of the most popular Chinese takeout dishes is shrimp with broccoli in garlic sauce. This delectable dish is filled with tender shrimp, crisp broccoli, and a savory garlic sauce that is sure to delight your taste buds. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish make it a perfect choice for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.

What makes this dish so special is the balance of flavors and the simplicity of the ingredients. The tender, juicy shrimp are the star of the show...

Read more

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil
  • 4 large cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger root
  • 1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ¼ cup canned water chestnuts, drained
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Combine broccoli and water in a glass bowl; steam in microwave oven until slightly tender, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Heat peanut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to low. Add chicken broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and ginger root to the garlic; bring to a boil. Add shrimp; cook and stir until the shrimp turn pink, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Toss steamed broccoli and water chestnuts with shrimp mixture to coat with sauce. Stir cornstarch into mixture, 1 tablespoon at a time, until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    264 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 239mg
    • Sodium: 1468mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Vitamin C: 52mg
    • Calcium: 146mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 555mg