Easy Shrimp and Broccoli in Garlic Sauce | Recipe by Chef Ali | For recipes visit us @chefali1027

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu is plant-based and lower in calories, while chicken is often more affordable.

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: mushroom sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Mushroom sauce offers a similar umami flavor while being vegetarian.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier and can be used for a lighter flavor.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot is a gluten-free thickener.

Prepare the ingredients: devein the shrimp, chop the broccoli, carrot, onion, and scallions, and mince the garlic and ginger.

Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Add minced garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes.

Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add broccoli, carrot, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until bright green.

Add water to the skillet, cover, and steam vegetables for 2 minutes.

Uncover and return shrimp to the skillet.

Mix soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sweet chili, and sugar in a bowl; pour over shrimp and vegetables.

Sprinkle cornstarch over the mixture and stir to combine.

Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Add sesame oil, white pepper, and green onions; stir to combine.

Serve hot.

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