Description
A flavorful and quick meal, this honey-glazed shrimp, sausage, and broccoli medley is a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors. It’s a great one-pan dish that’s easy to make for a busy weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 6 oz smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 1 tablespoon water (if using cornstarch)
- Sesame seeds & chopped green onions, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Honey Glaze
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes.
- If using cornstarch, mix it with 1 tablespoon of water and set aside.
Step 2: Cook the Sausage & Broccoli
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add sliced sausage and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned.
- Add broccoli florets and cook for another 2 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
- Remove sausage and broccoli from the pan and set aside.
Step 3: Cook the Shrimp
- In the same skillet, add another 1 tablespoon olive oil and the shrimp.
- Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until shrimp turns pink and opaque.
Step 4: Add the Honey Glaze
- Return the sausage and broccoli to the skillet with the shrimp.
- Pour the honey glaze over everything and toss to coat.
- If using cornstarch slurry, stir it in now to thicken the sauce slightly.
- Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce coats everything well.
Step 5: Garnish & Serve
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Serve over rice, quinoa, or enjoy on its own as a low-carb meal!