Easy Broccoli & Shrimp Stir-Fry

Easy Broccoli & Shrimp Stir-Fry

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • ¼ cup low sodium vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 ½ tbsp lower sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • ½ tsp sriracha
  • ½ tsp stevia brown sugar blend
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • 1 ¼ lbs raw medium shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails cut off)
  • 3 cups broccoli florets

Directions:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the vegetable broth, rice vinegar, soy sauce, cornstarch, ginger, sriracha, and brown sugar blend.
  2. Heat 2 tbsp of the olive oil in a large skillet or wok. When the oil is shimmering, add the garlic and cook until fragrant (30 seconds). Add the shrimp and cook until opaque, about 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the shrimp and place on a plate.
  3. Heat the remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil in the same skillet. Add the broccoli florets and cook until tender, about 4 minutes.
  4. Add the cooked shrimp back into the skillet and toss to combine with the broccoli. Pour the broth mixture over the shrimp and broccoli and toss to coat. Continue cooking until the broth mixture thickens slightly, about 1 minute.

Notes:

This recipe calls for broccoli florets, but you can use 3 cups of any nonstartchy vegetables you have on hand (like cauliflower, zucchini, snow peas, or cabbage). Serve over brown rice or another whole grain for a complete plate. 

Recipe Source: Diabetes Food Hub. The Create-Your-Plate Diabetes Cookbook. Recipe Credit: Toby Amidor, MS, RD, CDN, FAND. https://www.diabetesfoodhub.org/recipes/easy-broccoli-and-shrimp-stir-fry.html

Photo Source: Terry Doran / Mittera

Sesame Noodles with Broccoli and Chicken

Sesame Noodles with Broccoli and Chicken

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti noodles
  • 1 Tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 2 Tablespoons sugar
  • 3 Tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons vinegar (try rice or cider)
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 ½ cups bite-sized cut broccoli (fresh or frozen)
  • 3 cloves minced garlic or 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 ½ cups diced cooked chicken 

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Cook pasta according to package directions. Set aside.
  3. While pasta is cooking, toast sesame seeds in a small skillet over medium heat. Stir often until they turn light brown.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together sugar, soy sauce and vinegar. Set aside.
  5. Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat (300 degrees F in an electric skillet). Add broccoli and cook for a few minutes. Add garlic and then cook until broccoli is done.
  6. Add chicken and cook until heated through.
  7. Add drained pasta and soy sauce mixture and mix well. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
  8. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes

  • Substitute diced firm tofu or a can of drained and rinsed garbanzo beans for chicken. When using tofu, add to skillet in step 5.
  • Try with other vegetables such as peas or green beans or a mixture of any you have on hand.
  • Flavor boosters: red chili flakes, sliced green onions, and a teaspoon of sesame oil. Try any or all!

Photo & Recipe Source: https://www.foodhero.org/recipes/sesame-noodles-broccoli-and-chicken