Description
This homemade version of the popular General Tso’s Shrimp and Broccoli stir fry brings you the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and spicy with succulent shrimp, tender broccoli, and a bold, flavorful sauce. Quick, easy, and customizable to your preferred spice level, it’s an ideal weeknight dinner that rivals takeout!
Ingredients
- For the Shrimp and Broccoli:
- 400g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 head of broccoli, cut into florets
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for stir-frying)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- For the General Tso’s Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for thickening)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 1 tablespoon ketchup (for a slight tangy flavor)
- For Garnish:
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
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Cook the Broccoli: Blanch the broccoli in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.
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Prepare the Shrimp: Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
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Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, sugar, cornstarch, red pepper flakes, chicken broth, and ketchup.
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Stir-Fry Shrimp: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or wok. Add garlic and ginger, stir-fry for 30 seconds. Add shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes until pink. Remove shrimp and set aside.
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Combine and Cook: In the same skillet, stir-fry the broccoli for 1-2 minutes. Add the sauce and bring to a simmer. Once thickened, return shrimp to pan and toss everything to coat in the sauce.
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Garnish and Serve: Transfer stir fry to a serving dish. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- To make shrimp extra crispy, coat them lightly in cornstarch before cooking.
- For a thicker sauce, increase the cornstarch or simmer longer.
- Adjust the spice by adding more red pepper flakes or chili paste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 195mg