Shrimp with Broccoli in Garlic Sauce

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I wanted to recreate my favorite Chinese shrimp and broccoli takeout dish. After several attempts, here is the result! Serve over hot cooked rice.

Submitted by AkronJoya
Updated on August 15, 2023
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 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

Directions

  1. Combine broccoli and water in a glass bowl; steam in microwave oven until slightly tender, 2 to 3 minutes.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

205 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

264 Calories
9g Fat
15g Carbs
30g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 264
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 12%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 239mg 80%
Sodium 1468mg 64%
Total Carbohydrate 15g 6%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 30g 59%
Vitamin C 52mg 58%
Calcium 146mg 11%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 555mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.