Description
This Honey Garlic Shrimp, Sausage & Broccoli recipe is a quick and flavorful skillet dinner featuring juicy shrimp, savory sausage, and tender broccoli tossed in a delicious honey garlic sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights when you want a satisfying meal with a balance of sweet, savory, and a hint of spice.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound sausage (smoked, andouille, or your choice), sliced
Vegetables
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce & Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish (Optional)
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set it aside.
- Sauté the Garlic: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the minced garlic. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant but not burnt, stirring frequently.
- Cook the Broccoli: Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become slightly tender but still crisp.
- Combine Everything: Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Add the peeled shrimp, honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Stir everything together well and cook until the shrimp turn pink and are opaque, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Thicken the Sauce (Optional): If a thicker sauce is desired, mix the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry. Stir this into the skillet and cook for an additional minute or until the sauce has thickened.
- Season & Serve: Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if you want a touch of heat. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving hot.
Notes
- Use gluten-free tamari instead of soy sauce to make this recipe gluten-free.
- You can substitute sausage types based on preference, such as chorizo or kielbasa.
- Adjust crushed red pepper flakes to control the spiciness of the dish.
- Cornstarch slurry is optional but recommended for a nice glaze on the shrimp and vegetables.
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Keep an eye on the shrimp to avoid overcooking; they cook quickly and become rubbery if left too long.
