Shrimp with Broccoli in Garlic Sauce
Shrimp and broccoli are stir-fried with ginger, garlic, water chestnuts, and a combination of soy and oyster sauces for a simple and delicious Chinese-style dish.
Ingredients
- Broccoli florets, frozen182g≈ 1.25 × stalk
- Water15g≈ 1 tablespoon
- Peanut oil28g
- Garlic, raw20g≈ 2.25 × 3 cloves
- CHICKEN STOCK240g≈ 1 cup
- Soy Sauce18g≈ 1 tablespoon
- Oyster sauce16g
- Ginger root, raw4g≈ 2 × 1 teaspoon grated
- Shrimp454g≈ 1 lb
- Cornstarch16g≈ 2 × 1 tablespoon
Estimated Cost
- Broccoli florets, frozen (182g)—
- Water (15g)—
- Peanut oil (28g)—
- Garlic, raw (20g)$0.53
- CHICKEN STOCK (240g)$0.42
- Soy Sauce (18g)$0.19
- Oyster sauce (16g)—
- Ginger root, raw (4g)—
- Shrimp (454g)$8.99
- Cornstarch (16g)$0.11
* Cost estimate based on 5 of 10 ingredients.
Prices are estimates based on Kroger grocery store data, last updated September 2026. Actual prices may vary by location and retailer.
Instructions
- 1
1. Place broccoli florets and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high until just tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Set aside.
- 2
2. Warm the peanut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- 3
3. Add the minced garlic and cook until aromatic, stirring occasionally, about 1 minute.
- 4
4. Reduce heat to low. Pour in the chicken broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and ginger. Bring to a boil.
- 5
5. Add the shrimp and cook, stirring frequently, until pink and cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Shrimp should reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
- 6
6. Stir in the steamed broccoli until evenly coated with the sauce.
- 7
7. Sprinkle cornstarch over the mixture 1 tablespoon at a time, stirring well after each addition. Continue cooking and stirring until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition per serving
Based on 4 servings · USDA data
Nutrition calculated from USDA FoodData Central using ingredient quantities in grams.
Nutrition values are estimates based on USDA data and may vary.