Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled, deveined and tails removed (optional)
02 - 2 cups chopped broccoli
03 - 2 tablespoons butter
04 - 1 teaspoon olive oil
05 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Sauce

06 - 1/2 cup honey
07 - 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
08 - 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
09 - 2 tablespoons minced garlic
10 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
11 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch

# Instructions:

01 - In a small bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
02 - Place peeled and deveined shrimp in a bowl and add 1/3 of the prepared sauce. Let marinate briefly while preparing other components.
03 - Whisk cornstarch into the reserved 2/3 of sauce until completely dissolved and set aside.
04 - Heat a cast iron skillet or wok over high heat. Add olive oil and broccoli, season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes until just tender. Remove from pan and set aside.
05 - Add butter to the same skillet. Add marinated shrimp, discarding any excess marinade. Cook until shrimp turns pink, approximately 2 minutes per side.
06 - Pour the reserved cornstarch-sauce mixture into the skillet with the shrimp. Bring to a low-medium simmer until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
07 - Return the cooked broccoli to the skillet and toss until evenly coated with sauce and heated through.
08 - Serve immediately over steamed rice or pasta of your choice.

# Notes:

01 - For best results, use fresh shrimp rather than frozen and thawed.
02 - The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.