Description
These Honey Garlic Shrimp Bowls with Roasted Broccoli offer a perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors paired with tender shrimp and crispy roasted broccoli. Quick to prepare and cook, this meal is a wholesome, flavorful option ideal for weeknight dinners. Served over rice or quinoa, it brings a delightful Asian-inspired taste with a fresh, homemade honey garlic sauce.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Sauce
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (or coconut aminos for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Roasted Broccoli
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for roasting broccoli)
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
To Serve
- Cooked rice or quinoa (optional)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Roast Broccoli: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the broccoli florets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes until the broccoli is tender and slightly crispy at the edges.
- Cook Shrimp: While broccoli is roasting, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink, opaque, and cooked through. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
- Prepare Honey Garlic Sauce: In the same skillet used for shrimp, add honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and lemon juice. Stir ingredients together and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Let the sauce cook for 1-2 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Combine Shrimp and Sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss them in the honey garlic sauce until well coated and heated through.
- Assemble Bowls: Serve the honey garlic shrimp alongside the roasted broccoli over a bed of cooked rice or quinoa if desired. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for added freshness and flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten-free version.
- For extra spice, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the honey garlic sauce.
- Leftover shrimp can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- To make the dish vegetarian, substitute shrimp with tofu or tempeh and adjust cooking times accordingly.
