Description
Succulent honey garlic shrimp dances with savory sausage and tender broccoli in this quick, flavor-packed skillet sensation. Crisp textures and bold flavors merge seamlessly, promising a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 lb (454 grams) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz (226 grams) smoked sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
Vegetables:
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnish and Serving:
- Cooked rice or quinoa for serving
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl to create a vibrant, aromatic sauce. Reserve for later use.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear sliced sausage for 4-5 minutes, rotating occasionally until golden brown and crisp. Transfer sausage to a separate plate.
- Place seasoned shrimp into the same skillet, cooking 2-3 minutes per side until they transform into a vivid pink color and become opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside with sausage.
- Introduce broccoli florets to the skillet, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until achieving a tender-crisp texture. If needed, add a small splash of water to facilitate steaming and prevent burning.
- Reunite sausage and shrimp with broccoli in the skillet. Cascade the prepared honey garlic sauce over the ingredients, gently stirring to ensure comprehensive coating.
- Simmer the combined ingredients for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize and thicken, creating a glossy, flavorful glaze that envelops each component.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes for spice-sensitive diners or those craving extra kick.
- Choose low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt intake without compromising flavor intensity.
- Swap protein options easily by substituting shrimp with chicken or tofu for dietary preferences or allergies.
- Quick-cooking technique ensures tender shrimp and crisp broccoli by avoiding overcooking and maintaining ingredient texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg