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Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli

Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli

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Ingredients
 

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for a bit of heat
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Cooked rice or noodles for serving
  • Sesame seeds and chopped green onions optional, for garnish

Instructions

  • Prepare the Shrimp and Broccoli: Season the shrimp with a little salt and black pepper. Set aside.
  • Blanch the Broccoli: In a pot of boiling water, blanch the broccoli florets for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and just tender. Drain and set aside.
  • Cook the Shrimp: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  • Make the Honey Garlic Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the minced garlic. Sauté the garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the honey, soy sauce, and lemon juice (if using). Add red pepper flakes if desired. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  • Combine Shrimp and Broccoli: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet along with the blanched broccoli. Toss everything together to coat the shrimp and broccoli in the honey garlic sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until everything is heated through.
  • Serve: Serve the honey garlic butter shrimp and broccoli over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.