This Skinny Firecracker Shrimp with Broccoli is the perfect sweet, spicy, and sticky dish to add bold flavor to your dinnertime. It can be made in under 30 minutes and served with rice or noodles.
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Shrimp lovers gather around! This Asian-inspired dish is bursting with tantalizing flavors that will make you return for more. It is quick and easy to make.
You may also enjoy my Firecracker Salmon Salad Bowl, Oven-Baked Firecracker Chicken Fillet, Spicy Mauritius Prawn Rougaille and Easy Honey Sriracha Sauce recipes.
Why This Recipe Works
- This Asian-style firecracker shrimp will leave you wanting more, thanks to the bold flavors from the siracha sauce.
- I love having this dish for dinner on busy weeknights because it is ready in 30 minutes.
- This dish can be eaten as it is or with Easy Japanese Edamame Salad.
- You can double or triple this recipe to feed more people.
Ingredients
This recipe is “skinnier” than the original firecracker shrimp because it is not coated in corn flour. To make this dish you will need:
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
- Shrimp: For this recipe, use large fresh shrimp. If you use frozen shrimp, ensure it has defrosted fully before cooking.
- Broccoli: Feel free to use fresh or frozen broccoli for this recipe.
- Sriracha: I used Sriracha in this recipe, but you can use any hot sauce you choose.
- Garlic: This recipe calls for fresh garlic or garlic powder. I prefer fresh garlic because it has a more robust flavor.
- Soy sauce: Use low-sodium soy sauce as a healthier option.
- Brown sugar: I added brown sugar, but you can also use honey instead.
- Chili flakes: Chili flakes are an optional addition. However, if you want more heat, I recommend them!
- Apple cider vinegar: This adds a delicious, sharp flavor to this dish. You can also use rice vinegar instead of apple cider vinegar.
- Fish sauce: A staple East Asian ingredient that adds a delicious savory flavor to dishes.
- Sesame seeds: Option to sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
- Oil: You have the option to use any oil for this dish.
Tips and Substitutions
- Spice level: You can also alter the heat in this dish, depending on your preference. It is spicy, so if you are not a heat fan, you may use a milder hot sauce for the base.
- Cooking style: Grill the shrimp and vegetables instead of frying for an even healthier option.
- Variations: If you love this recipe, try these variations: firecracker shrimp tacos, firecracker shrimp noodles, and a firecracker shrimp panda recipe.
- Serve: Some great carb options include this Simple Prawn Fried Rice Recipe, Singapore Rice Noodles Recipe or Quick Chinese Beef Noodles Recipe.
How to Skinny Firecracker Shrimp with Broccoli
- Start by adding sriracha to a bowl.
2. Then, add soy sauce, fish sauce, apple cider vinegar and brown sugar.
3. Next, add crushed garlic and stir until combined.
4. Heat the oil in a pan and add shrimp. Season with salt and pepper to taste and cook on each side for 3-5 minutes.
5. Once done, remove the shrimp and add broccoli. Season with salt to taste and cook for 5-7 minutes or until done. Remove broccoli from the pan, and then set aside.
6. Pour the sauce into the pan and bring it to a boil. Let it simmer for 2 minutes. Add the shrimp back to the pan, stir, and cook for a few more minutes.
7. Remove the pan from heat, add the broccoli, and serve with Easy Carrot Salad with Asian Dressing or Crunchy Asian Cucumber Salad.
Recipe FAQs
This dish can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 4-5 days. When ready to serve, reheat it in the microwave.
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Skinny Firecracker Shrimp with Broccoli
Equipment
- 1 Frying pan
Ingredients
- 2 cups of shrimp
- 1 broccoli
- ¾ cup of sriracha
- 3 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 2 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of fish sauce
- 3 crushed garlic cloves
- 3 ½ tablespoon of brown sugar
- 2 teaspoon of chilli flakes
- A splash of olive oil or any other oil of your choice
Instructions
- Pour sriracha, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, fish sauce and oil into a medium sized bowl. Then, add brown sugar, chopped garlic, chili flakes and mix well. Set aside for later.
- Season shrimp with salt to taste and pepper to taste.
- Heat a splash of oil in a pan. Cook shrimp on each side for 2-3 minutes or until done. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- Next, add more oil to the pan if necessary. Add broccoli and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook broccoli for 5-7 minutes. Remove broccoli from pan and set aside.
- Pour sauce into the pan. Bring to a boil and leave to simmer for 2 minutes. Add shrimp back into the pan. Stir and cook for a few more minutes. Remove pan from heat, add broccoli and serve!
Notes
- This dish can be eaten as it is. Some more low-carb options include cauliflower rice, salads or stir-fried vegetables.
- This dish is on the spicy side so if you are not a fan of heat you may want to use a milder hot sauce for the base.
- Some great carb options include rice and noodles.
Colleen
We loved how quick and easy this was, and how spicy and delicious!
Jen Sim
Thanks! My family loves this one
veenaazmanov
This looks so delicious and the combination is super yum. Love the flavorful sauces infused to this dish.
Jen Sim
Thanks! It was so delicious!
HEATHER PERINE
Love how quick and easy this was! And TONS of flavor!! Will definitely make again!
Jen Sim
Right! It is one of my go-to meals
Audra
What kind of oil and how much is used in step 1, please? It is mentioned in the instructions, but not listed in the ingredients.
Jen Sim
Hi Audra, I use olive oil for this recipe but feel free to use any oil you choose. All you need is about 2-3 tbsp of oil for this recipe.
Cathleen Childs
I have been craving shrimp all week, so this couldn't have come at a better time. I am drooling over this, thanks so much for the recipe 🙂
Jen Sim
You're welcome! X
Leslie
This is the perfect name for this recipe! I always love a good recipe name that matches the recipe! Loving the bold flavor in this! So so good!
Beth
Love the gorgeous color and silkiness of the sauce on this shrimp! What a great, grain-free recipe.
Jen Sim
Thanks! X
Jacqueline Debono
This firecracker shrimp and broccoli just became a new family favourite. So easy to make and super tasty!
Jen Sim
I'm glad you and your family enjoyed it, Jacqueline!
Jenny
Delicious. We make it often, and it is that good and perfect for our low-carb lifestyle. Thanks so much!!
Jen Sim
You're welcome!
kushigalu
Drooling over this dish. Look at that color. Love shrimp and broccoli. Can't wait to try this
Ramona
wow, this recipe has me drooling just by looking at the pictures! I have been meaning to make a recipe similar to this and now that I have come across one, I will definitely be trying this out. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Jen Sim
You're welcome!
Christopher
Okay, I admit, I’m a wimp when it comes to spiciness. Usually when something’s too hot I just can’t keep going.
This time I couldn’t stop. It was so delicious that even though I couldn’t stand the heat I kept taking “just one more bite” until it was all gone.
I’ll definitely be making this again, though I’ll probably try and dial down the heat just a tad. Or maybe this’ll just be how I get used to more spiciness. Totally worth it.
Jen Sim
Hi Christopher, I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed it! It definitely has a kick but the flavors are super addictive. Feel free to adjust the heat or go all the way as you said!