SESAME SHRIMP AND BROCCOLI STIR-FRY

Sesame Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry image

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Savory

Time 2h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

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1 lb medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 cups fresh broccoli florets (or to taste)
1 carrot (peeled and thinly sliced diagonally)
1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3/4 cup chicken broth
salt and pepper (to taste)
2 green onions, chopped (optional)
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional or to taste)
cooked rice
2 teaspoons fresh minced ginger (or use 1/4 teaspoon ginger powder)
1 pinch cayenne pepper (or to taste)
1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Steps:

In a medium glass bowl mix together all marinade ingredients; add in shrimp, toss to combine, cover then refrigerate for 2 hours.
Heat 2 tablespoons sesame oil in a large wok or skillet; add in broccoli florets and carrot slices; saute for 3-4 minutes then add add in teriyaki sauce then toss with veggies.
Add in the marinated shrimp (do not rinse off the marinade) and saute for about 4 minutes or until shrimp is no longer pink.
In a small bowl whisk together the broth with cornstach; add to the wok or skillet and bring to a simmer stirring until thickened.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Place in a large serving bowl or platter then sprinkle with finely chopped green onions and/or sesame seeds if desired.
Serve with cooked rice.