Description
Enjoy a quick and flavorful Honey Garlic Shrimp, Sausage & Broccoli stir-fry, ready in just 25 minutes! Packed with sweet, savory, and smoky flavors, this easy weeknight dinner is perfect over rice or noodles.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 1 tbsp water (if using cornstarch)
- Cooked rice or noodles (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Rinse and pat dry the shrimp.
- Slice the smoked sausage into rounds.
- Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets.
- Mince the garlic.
- Cook the Sausage & Broccoli:
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove the sausage and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp butter and the broccoli.
- Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the Shrimp:
- Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet.
- Add the shrimp, seasoning with salt and black pepper.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Make the Honey Garlic Sauce:
- Lower the heat to medium.
- Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Stir in honey, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes.
- If using cornstarch, mix it with 1 tbsp water to create a slurry, then stir it into the sauce for a thicker consistency.
- Combine & Serve:
- Return the sausage and broccoli to the pan, stirring to coat everything in the sauce.
- Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Spicy Kick: Add extra red pepper flakes or a splash of Sriracha.
- Vegetable Swap: Use bell peppers, zucchini, or snap peas instead of broccoli.
- Protein Variations: Substitute chicken or tofu for the shrimp.
- Low-Carb Option: Serve over cauliflower rice or enjoy as is.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Keywords: honey garlic shrimp, sausage stir-fry, quick weeknight dinner, easy shrimp recipe, healthy stir-fry