Honey Garlic Shrimp Sausage Broccoli

This honey garlic shrimp sausage and broccoli stir fry brings together sweet savory and gently spicy flavors with a punch of garlic to make your weeknight dinner feel both effortless and special. In just under 30 minutes and one skillet you get protein packed shrimp smoky sausage and vibrant broccoli glazed in a sticky homemade sauce

I first whipped up this dish after a long day when I wanted something both comforting and a bit exciting and now my partner always asks for extra broccoli just to catch more of the sauce

Ingredients

• Shrimp: brings clean rich protein and soaks up flavor in seconds choose firm moist shrimp that smells fresh from the sea
• Smoked sausage: adds timeless depth and a meaty bite go for a sausage with visible fat marbling for the best texture
• Broccoli florets: give crunch and freshness pick florets with deep green tops and tight buds
• Olive oil: helps everything get golden and prevents sticking choose extra virgin for richer flavor
• Garlic: brings aromatic heat look for heavy firm cloves with papery skins
• Honey: gives the dish its signature sticky glaze raw honey offers deeper flavor
• Soy sauce: adds umami richness go for low sodium if you want to control saltiness
• Rice vinegar: balances sweetness with gentle acidity choose unseasoned vinegar for clean taste
• Red pepper flakes: wake up your taste buds optional but great for a gentle kick
• Sesame seeds and green onions: give finishing crunch and color choose freshly toasted seeds and perky green onions for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

Sauté the Sausage:

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering and aromatic Add sliced sausage and let it brown for three to four minutes stir a bit to color both sides with caramelized edges Use tongs or a slotted spoon to remove sausage to a plate leaving the oil behind

Cook the Shrimp:

Add another swirl of olive oil to the same skillet increasing the heat slightly Place the peeled and deveined shrimp in a single layer and cook undisturbed for two to three minutes per side or until bright pink and just cooked through Lift shrimp out onto the plate with the sausage

Stir Fry the Broccoli:

Tip broccoli florets into the empty skillet letting them sear in the leftover flavor Stir and cook for three to four minutes allowing the broccoli to get crisp at the edges while remaining tender with a gentle bite

Make the Honey Garlic Sauce:

In a small bowl whisk together honey soy sauce rice vinegar minced garlic and red pepper flakes until smooth and glossy Pour this sauce into the pan turning up the heat so it bubbles and thickens slightly scraping up browned bits

Combine Everything:

Return the sausage and shrimp into the skillet Stir to coat every piece in sauce and keep everything moving for two to three minutes until glossy and piping hot

Garnish and Serve:

Scatter sesame seeds and green onions on top for freshness and crunch Dish up over rice noodles or enjoy on its own

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This is one of those dishes I return to when I need a sure fire dinner win because the honey and garlic actually persuade my picky eaters to eat all the broccoli and I never forget how the kitchen smells as the sauce bubbles

Storage Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days The sauce keeps everything moist and reheats beautifully in a skillet or microwave Shrimp tends to get rubbery if overcooked so just warm gently

Ingredient Substitutions

If you do not have smoked sausage try turkey sausage or even thinly sliced chicken for a lighter option Swap broccoli for cauliflower green beans or snap peas whatever you have on hand No honey on hand use brown sugar or maple syrup for a similar sticky sweetness

Serving Suggestions

Spoon this stir fry over fluffy jasmine rice brown rice or toss with cooked lo mein noodles For extra zest add a wedge of lime on the side Steam buns or a crisp salad are nice additions

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A Little Asian American Inspiration

Honey garlic sauce is a favorite in Chinese inspired American restaurants and this dish puts a homestyle twist on that classic umami sweet combo Using sausage alongside shrimp is a nod to Cajun and Creole influences which often pair surf and turf together

Recipe FAQs

→ Can I use precooked shrimp for this dish?

Precooked shrimp can be added at the end to heat through, but raw shrimp provide better texture and flavor when quickly stir-fried.

→ What type of sausage works best?

Smoked sausage is ideal, but you can substitute with andouille, kielbasa, or even chicken sausage for a lighter option.

→ Is there a substitute for broccoli?

Broccoli florets can be replaced with snap peas, bell peppers, or asparagus for a different crunch and flavor profile.

→ How do I prevent the sauce from burning?

Keep the heat at medium and stir frequently once the sauce is added, allowing it to thicken gently without scorching.

→ Can the dish be made ahead and reheated?

It's best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be kept refrigerated and gently reheated over low heat to preserve texture.