Here is your FULL DETAIL RECIPE for Spicy Honey-Garlic Shrimp & Broccoli Stir-Fry — spicy, sticky, garlicky, sweet, and ready in under 20 minutes! 

 Spicy Honey-Garlic Shrimp & Broccoli Stir-Fry

Juicy shrimp coated in a glossy honey-garlic sauce with a spicy kick, tossed with tender broccoli. Better than takeout — and much healthier!

 INGREDIENTS

For the Shrimp

• 500 g shrimp, peeled & deveined
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp paprika (optional)

For the Sauce

• 3 tbsp honey
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp chili sauce (Sriracha or garlic chili paste)
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lemon juice
• 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
• Optional: ½ tsp chili flakes for extra heat

Vegetables

• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 tbsp oil (for stir-frying)
• 1 small onion, sliced (optional)
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
• 1 green onion, sliced

 INSTRUCTIONS

 Prepare the Shrimp

In a bowl, mix shrimp with:
 soy sauce
 cornstarch
 salt
 pepper
 paprika

Let marinate for 5 minutes.

 Mix the Spicy Honey-Garlic Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together:

• honey
• garlic
• soy sauce
• chili sauce
• vinegar/lemon juice

Set aside.

 Cook the Broccoli

1. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan/wok.
2. Add broccoli and stir-fry 2–3 minutes.
3. Add 2 tbsp water, cover, steam 2 minutes until bright green.
4. Remove broccoli from pan.

 Sear the Shrimp

1. In the same pan, drizzle a little more oil.
2. Add shrimp in a single layer.
3. Cook 1.5–2 minutes per side until pink and lightly golden.
4. Do NOT overcook — shrimp cooks fast.

 Add the Sauce

1. Pour the honey-garlic sauce into the pan.
2. Add the cornstarch slurry (to thicken).
3. Stir and simmer 1–2 minutes until glossy and sticky.

 Add Broccoli Back

• Toss broccoli into the sauce with shrimp.
• Coat everything evenly.
• Cook 1 minute to blend flavors.

 Serve

Garnish with:
 sesame seeds
 sliced green onions

Serve hot!

 BEST SIDES TO SERVE WITH IT

• Steamed jasmine rice
• Garlic butter rice
• Noodles or ramen
• Quinoa
• Cauliflower rice (low-carb option)

 MAKE IT SPICIER

• Add extra chili flakes
• Add more Sriracha
• Add fresh chopped jalapeño

 WHY THIS DISH IS AMAZING

• Done in 20 minutes
• Sweet + spicy + garlicky perfection
• High protein, low calorie
• A healthier alternative to Chinese takeout
• Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep