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Honey Garlic Cashew Shrimp and Broccoli

Have you been craving Chinese food but don't want to leave your house? Or have you been craving it but want a lighter healthier version of your Chinese favorite? Then this is the recipe for you!
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari sauce for gluten free)
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tbsp garlic minced
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 cups broccoli chopped
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cashews (1/4 cup per serving)

Instructions

  • Add honey, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, red pepper flakes into small bowl and mix well
  • Placed peeled shrimp into a bowl and add 1/3 of the sauce
  • Toss and marinade for 30 minutes
  • Whisk the cornstarch into the remaining marinade sauce and set aside
  • Heat a skillet (or wok) on high heat
  • Add olive oil, broccoli and salt & pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes just until soft
  • Remove from pan and set aside
  • Add butter to the skillet
  • Add marinaded shrimp (discard rest of marinade in bowl)
  • Cook shrimp until it turns pink, approximately 2 minutes each side
  • Add the reserved marinade sauce and bring to a simmer
  • Add in broccoli and toss until heated through
  • Serve with rice, pasta or cauliflower rice
  • Add cashews on top and enjoy!