Honey Garlic Shrimp, Sausage & Broccoli
This dish offers a delightful balance of sweet, savory, and mildly spicy flavors. The honey garlic sauce caramelizes beautifully, glazing the shrimp, sausage, and broccoli with a flavorful sheen. Serve it over rice, noodles, or enjoy it as a low-carb meal. Plus, it’s a one-pan recipe, so cleanup is a breeze!
Ingredients:
– 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined: The shrimp absorb the honey garlic sauce, making them tender and juicy.
– 8 oz smoked sausage, sliced: Provides a rich, savory contrast to the sweetness of the honey.
– 2 cups broccoli florets: Fresh broccoli pairs perfectly with the other ingredients.
– 3 tablespoons honey: The sweet base of the sauce that caramelizes to perfection.
– 3 cloves garlic, minced: Infuses the dish with robust, aromatic flavor.
– 1/4 cup soy sauce: Adds saltiness and depth to the sauce.
– 1 tablespoon olive oil: For cooking the shrimp and sausage.
– 1 tablespoon unsalted butter: Adds richness and helps the sauce coat the ingredients evenly.
– 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional): For a hint of heat; adjust to taste.
– Salt and pepper to taste: Essential for seasoning.
– 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional): Adds a bright, tangy finish.
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Ingredients:
– Peel and devein the shrimp.
– Slice the smoked sausage.
– Cut the broccoli into florets.
2. Cook the Sausage:
– Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
– Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned and slightly crispy. Remove and set aside.
3. Cook the Shrimp:
– In the same skillet, add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
4. Sauté the Broccoli:
– In the same skillet, add a little more olive oil if needed and cook the broccoli florets until tender-crisp.
5. Make the Sauce:
– In a small bowl, mix honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes if using.
6. Combine Everything:
– Return the sausage and shrimp to the skillet with the broccoli.
– Pour the honey garlic sauce over the mixture.
– Add butter and stir well until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients evenly.
7. Finish and Serve:
– Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice if desired.
– Serve hot over rice or noodles, or enjoy as is for a low-carb option.
Enjoy your sweet and savory Honey Garlic Shrimp, Sausage & Broccoli!
