🥦🦐 Broccoli and Shrimp Stir-fry - Hong Kong-style delicious family-friendly stir-fry

Editor's Preface

Stir-fried Broccoli with Shrimp is a classic example of healthy Western cuisine in Hong Kong home cooking. Combining the sweet, crisp broccoli with the savory, chewy shrimp, it's a delicious dish that's both delicious and healthy. It's a dish that's perfect for everyone from the young to the elderly and the fashion-conscious. Best of all, it's quick and easy to prepare, with no hassle. A delicious dish ready in just minutes. Our editors have proven it's a must-have for weight loss, fitness, and family dinners!

Ingredients preparation

• 200g fresh shrimp (medium-sized shrimp should be shelled and deveined, and peeled yourself for the best flavor)

• 1 head of broccoli (about 300g, chopped into small pieces)

• Half a carrot (thinly sliced, optional, adds color and is healthy)

• 2 cloves of garlic (sliced)

• 1-2 slices of ginger

• 1 tablespoon light soy sauce

• 1 teaspoon rice wine/Hua Diao wine

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 teaspoon cornstarch (add water to make a thick paste)

• 2 tablespoons oil (for marinating shrimp and cooking)

• A few drops of sesame oil

• 50ml chicken broth/water

Detailed steps

🦐 1. Marinate shrimp

• Devein the shrimp, rinse and pat dry with kitchen paper.

• Marinate the shrimp with 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper, rice wine, a little light soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch, and a few drops of sesame oil for 5-10 minutes to ensure the shrimp are fresh and tender without any fishy smell.

• Editor’s tip: Use a small amount of cornstarch/egg whites when marinating shrimps, as they will be extra smooth and chewy after frying!

🥦 2. Blanch broccoli to keep it crisp and green

• Soak the broccoli in salt water for 5 minutes to remove the insects, then rinse and cut into small florets.

• When the water boils, add half a teaspoon of salt and a drop of cooking oil. Blanch the broccoli and carrot slices for 1 minute. Remove from the heat and immediately rinse with cold water to drain.

• Blanching can keep broccoli fresh and green without turning yellow.

🍳 3. Sauté ginger and garlic until fragrant

• Heat oil in a pan, add ginger and garlic slices and sauté until fragrant (high heat).

• Add the shrimps and stir-fry quickly over high heat until they change color. Do not stir-fry for too long. Remove the shrimps as soon as they change color (keep them al dente).

🥘 4. Stir-fry combination

• Add more oil to the pan, add broccoli and carrots and stir-fry for 1 minute. Add appropriate amount of water or chicken broth to increase the moisture.

• Return the shrimps to the wok, add light soy sauce and a small amount of salt, and stir-fry until well mixed.

• If you want a thicker dish with less juice, you can use 1 teaspoon of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water to make a thickening paste, pour it into the dish and stir-fry until the juice is reduced.

• The last few drops of sesame oil add flavor.

🥢 5. Garnish

• After serving, sprinkle with chopped green onions or sesame seeds to enhance the aroma and appearance.

• Served hot and spicy, with vibrant colors.

Editor's Tips

• The shrimps don’t need to be fried for too long. Remove them from the wok as soon as they turn red and white, so they won’t be overcooked.

• Blanching broccoli with salt and oil will make it greener.

• It is not recommended to bake for a long time to keep it crispy.

• If you want to be healthier, you can use less oil or air-fry the shrimp first.

• If you like variations, you can add cashews, bell peppers or scallops to the stir-fry.

Eating experience 😋

The shrimp are sweet and chewy, and the broccoli is green and crisp, soaking up all the goodness of the sauce. A bite of both the vegetables and the shrimp is refreshing and filling. Even the kids love to eat the vegetables! They even grab extra bowls of rice!

summary

Stir-fried broccoli with shrimp is simple yet delicious, allowing you to enjoy the best of both vegetables and seafood. It's easy to make and incredibly healthy! Hurry and get all the ingredients together to try it tonight! 🥦🦐🍚