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.

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

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

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.

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.

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