Sesame Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 1 lb medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 cups fresh broccoli florets (or to taste)
• 1 carrot (peeled and thinly sliced diagonally)
• 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3/4 cup chicken broth
• salt and pepper (to taste)
• 2 green onions, chopped (optional)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seed (optional or to taste)
• cooked rice

MARINADE

• 2 teaspoons fresh minced ginger (or use 1/4 teaspoon ginger powder)
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper (or to taste)
• 1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 1/2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Directions

1. 1

   In a medium glass bowl mix together all marinade ingredients; add in shrimp, toss to combine, cover then refrigerate for 2 hours.

2. 2

   Heat 2 tablespoons sesame oil in a large wok or skillet; add in broccoli florets and carrot slices; saute for 3-4 minutes then add add in teriyaki sauce then toss with veggies.

3. 3

   Add in the marinated shrimp (do not rinse off the marinade) and saute for about 4 minutes or until shrimp is no longer pink.

4. 4

   In a small bowl whisk together the broth with cornstach; add to the wok or skillet and bring to a simmer stirring until thickened.

5. 5

   Season with salt and pepper to taste.

6. 6

   Place in a large serving bowl or platter then sprinkle with finely chopped green onions and/or sesame seeds if desired.

7. 7

   Serve with cooked rice.