Shrimp & Broccoli - Takeout Style
A quick, Asian takeout-style shrimp and broccoli that comes together in minutes. The sauce is glossy, slightly sweet, and coats everything perfectly. Weeknight dinner with full takeout vibes.
Table of Contents
Ingredients
1 lb jumbo shrimp (16/20 count), peeled and deveined
5 garlic cloves, grated
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika
3 tbsp oil (avocado oil or preferred oil)
2 tbsp cornstarch
3 tbsp honey
¾ cup low sodium soy sauce
1 bag microwave broccoli
Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Season the Shrimp
In a bowl, combine:
Grated garlic
Onion powder
Garlic powder
Black pepper
Paprika
Oil
Cornstarch
Honey
Soy sauce
Mix well until shrimp are fully coated.
Step 2: Cook the Salmon
Toss cubed salmon with avocado oil and salt.
Spread salmon on the air fryer tray. Air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes (or bake at 425 for 12 minutes). No flipping needed.
Step 3: Combine
Microwave broccoli according to package instructions (slightly undercook for a firmer bite).
Add the cooked salmon and broccoli to the sauce. Gently toss to coat. Cover for 1 minute.
Step 4: Serve
Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes from My Kitchen
The cornstarch slurry gives you that glossy takeout-style sauce.
Slightly undercooking the broccoli keeps it from getting mushy.
This pairs perfectly with white rice.
