Shrimp and Broccoli Stir Fry

Ingredients

Vegetable oil

2 tablespoons

Salt

to taste

Black pepper

to taste

Cornstarch

1 tablespoon

Water

2 tablespoons

Sesame oil

1 tablespoon

Soy sauce

3 tablespoons

Fresh ginger

1 tablespoon, grated

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Broccoli florets

2 cups

Shrimp

1 pound, peeled and deveined

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water until smooth. Set this sauce mixture aside.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Ensure the oil is shimmering for the best stir-fry results.
3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
4. Add the shrimp to the skillet, spreading them out in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, flipping once, until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
5. In the same skillet, add the broccoli florets, stir-frying them for 3-4 minutes until they are tender-crisp and bright green. You can add a splash of water to help steam them if needed.
6. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and pour the sauce mixture over the shrimp and broccoli. Stir well to coat everything evenly with the sauce.
7. Continue to cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens, stirring frequently.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting to your preference.
9. Serve the Shrimp and Broccoli Stir Fry hot over a bed of steamed rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds or sliced green onions if desired.