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Garlic Butter Shrimp & Broccoli (Skillet)

This recipe delivers a fast, flavor-packed dinner that feels indulgent but fits into a low-carb lifestyle. It’s ideal for those who love the ease of one-pan meals and the irresistible pairing of garlicky shrimp with crisp-tender broccoli—all done in under 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broccoli
  • 1 pound broccoli florets cut into bite-sized
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For the Shrimp and Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated or minced
  • 1 tablespoon sambal or Asian chili-garlic sauce
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 pound medium shrimp uncooked peeled and deveined
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
For Serving
  • Cooked white or brown rice
  • 1/4 cup scallions thinly sliced

Equipment

  • Rimmed baking sheet
  • Small bowl
  • Cast iron skillet

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven.
  2. Place the broccoli florets on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with vegetable oil and toss to coat evenly. Spread the broccoli in a single layer and roast for 10 minutes.
  3. While the broccoli roasts, whisk together the tamari or soy sauce, ginger, chili-garlic paste, and toasted sesame oil in a small bowl. Set aside. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
  4. Add the seasoned shrimp and the prepared sauce mixture to the baking sheet with the broccoli. Toss everything together and spread back into an even layer. Roast for another 6 to 8 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the shrimp are just opaque and the broccoli is tender.
  5. Serve the garlic butter shrimp and broccoli over cooked rice. Sprinkle with sliced scallions before serving.

Notes

This dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a meal that is both quick and satisfying. It uses simple ingredients to create a restaurant-quality flavor.

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