Spicy Honey Shrimp and Broccoli

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: maple syrup

Agave syrup provides a similar sweetness with lower calories.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu is a plant-based protein that is budget-friendly.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Liquid aminos offer a gluten-free alternative.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a neutral oil that can be used for cooking.

Add all sauce ingredients (soy sauce, honey, red crushed pepper, sriracha sauce, fresh minced garlic, water, cornstarch) into a small bowl or measuring cup.

Stir the sauce ingredients quickly and set aside.

Add oil to a skillet and cook broccoli for 4 minutes covered, stirring occasionally.

Remove broccoli from the skillet and add more oil.

Season the shrimp with salt and pepper on one side and add to the skillet.

Add a little bit of butter to the skillet with the shrimp.

Place the broccoli back into the skillet along with the soy sauce mixture.

Coat the shrimp and broccoli with the sauce and let it cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until the sauce thickens nicely.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens