Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp & Broccoli (Print Version)

Tender shrimp and crisp broccoli in a rich honey garlic butter glaze. Quick, easy, and packed with flavor.

# What You Need:

→ Seafood & Vegetables

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 3 cups broccoli florets
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Sauce

04 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
05 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 3 tablespoons honey
07 - 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
09 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

→ Garnish

10 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
11 - Lemon wedges

# How to Prepare:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add broccoli florets and cook for 2 minutes until bright green and just tender. Drain and set aside.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
04 - Return shrimp and broccoli to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly in the sauce and cook for 1–2 minutes until heated through and well glazed.
05 - Transfer to plates, garnish with parsley and lemon wedges. Serve hot over rice or quinoa if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like something you would order at a nice bistro
  • The sauce hits that perfect balance of sweet and savory that makes everyone reach for seconds
02 -
  • Overcooked shrimp turn rubbery so watch them closely and pull them as soon as they turn pink
  • The sauce thickens quickly as it cools so serve immediately while it is still glossy and pourable
03 -
  • Pat the shrimp completely dry before searing or they will steam instead of getting that gorgeous golden crust
  • Let the sauce bubble for 30 seconds to reduce slightly before adding the shrimp back in

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