Updated on September 15th, 2025
Chinese shrimp with broccoli is one of those quick meals that’s both light and flavorful at the same time. The shrimp cook fast, the broccoli adds freshness and crunch, and the sauce ties everything together with a balance of savory and slightly sweet notes. Since everything comes together in one pan, it’s perfect for a busy night when you want something homemade without spending a lot of time in the kitchen. Serve it with rice, and you’ve got a complete meal in no time.
Why this recipe works
- Ready in minutes: Shrimp cook in just a few minutes, and broccoli doesn’t take long either. That means you can pull this dish together quickly, even on the busiest weeknights.
- Well-balanced flavors: The sauce has soy sauce for saltiness, sesame oil for depth, garlic and ginger for aroma, and a bit of sugar to round it out. Every bite feels balanced without being overwhelming.
- Nutritious but filling: You get lean protein from the shrimp, plenty of fiber from the broccoli, and a light sauce that makes the dish satisfying without feeling heavy.
- One-pan cleanup: Since everything is cooked in the same wok or skillet, there’s less cleanup, which makes this recipe even more practical.
- Tastes like takeout: You get the flavors you’d expect from your favorite Chinese restaurant, but with fresher ingredients and a homemade touch.
Serving suggestions
- Serve over rice: White rice or jasmine rice is classic, but brown rice gives a heartier option. The sauce soaks right in, making each bite extra flavorful.
- Switch it up with noodles: Lo mein, rice noodles, or even spaghetti can turn this into a noodle stir-fry for variety.
- Add more vegetables: If you want extra crunch or color, mix in bell peppers, snow peas, baby corn, or carrots. This makes the dish more colorful and nutrient-rich.
- Finish with toppings: Sprinkle sesame seeds, sliced green onions, or a drizzle of chili oil if you like a little heat.
- Complete the meal: Pair with egg rolls, spring rolls, or dumplings for a restaurant-style dinner at home. For a lighter side, serve with a simple cucumber salad.
Chinese Shrimp with Broccoli Recipe
Make Chinese shrimp with broccoli at home for an easy stir-fry recipe that’s healthy, flavorful, and comes together fast for a perfect weeknight meal.
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 2lbs shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 large head broccoli (sliced into florets)
Sauce-
- 2/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/3 cup rice wine
- 3 1/2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup of water
Instructions
- In a bowl combine soy sauce, chicken broth, rice wine, sugar, sesame oil, and white pepper. Dissolve cornstarch in a ¼ cup of water.
- Heat a wok over medium-high. Add vegetable oil. Add broccoli and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until it has reached your desired tenderness. Remove from the pan and set aside. Add a little more oil to the wok if needed. Add garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for 15 seconds. Add shrimp and stir fry for 1 minute.
- Add sauce mixture to the wok and bring to a boil, cook for 1 minute. Add the cornstarch and water mixture and cook while stirring until the sauce thickens. At this point, the shrimp should have turned pink and be fully cooked. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp. Add broccoli florets back into the wok, mix well. Remove from heat and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 389
- Sugar: 13.7 g
- Sodium: 1512.4 mg
- Fat: 11.7 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Protein: 49.8 g
- Cholesterol: 365.6 mg