Easy Garlic Prawn & Broccoli Stir-Fry (Quick & Savory)
There is something so comforting about a sizzling skillet after a long day. For me, a great stir-fry is all about contrast—crisp broccoli, juicy prawns, and a luscious sauce that ties it all together. This Quick Prawn & Broccoli Stir-Fry is one of my absolute go-to meals when I want something fast, full of flavor, and far better than takeaway.
The secret to keeping the prawns beautifully tender? A quick marinade and a gentle flash-sear. Paired with a rich, savory homemade sauce, this dish comes together in just minutes!
Ingredients:For the Prawn Marinade
- 400g Prawns (peeled and deveined)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 2 tsp Vegetable oil
Ingredients:For the Stir-Fry Sauce
- ½ cup Water
- ½ tsp Sugar
- 1 tbsp Oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp Soy sauce
- ½ tbsp Hoisin sauce
- 1 tsp Dark soy sauce
- 2 tsp Cornstarch
Ingredients:Other Ingredients
- 2–3 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 350g Broccoli, cut into florets
- 6 cloves Garlic, minced
- ½ tbsp Ginger, minced
- 2 Red dried chilies
- 2 tbsp Water (for steaming)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Wash the prawns thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel (this is essential—excess moisture will boil the prawns instead of searing them!). Transfer to a bowl, add the salt, pepper, paprika, and 2 tsp of vegetable oil. Mix well to coat evenly, then set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the water, sugar, oyster sauce, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, dark soy sauce, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a pan over high heat. Add the marinated prawns and cook for a couple of minutes until they turn pink. Note: We don't need to cook them fully at this stage. Remove the prawns from the pan and set aside.
- Turn the heat down to medium and add the remaining oil to the same pan. Add the minced garlic, ginger, and dried red chilies. Sauté until the garlic turns a light golden brown.
- Add the cut broccoli florets and stir-fry briefly. Pour in 2 tablespoons of water and quickly cover the pan with a lid. Steam for 1–2 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and slightly tender.
- Remove the lid, then pour in your prepared sauce mixture and return the seared prawns to the pan. Pinto a glossy glaze coating the prawns and broccoli.
