Ingredients

1¼lbslarge shrimp,peeled and deveined

2½cupsbroccoli florets

2tspvegetable oil,divided

4clovesgarlic,minced

¼cupwater

¼cuplow sodium soy sauce

3tbsphoney

2tspcorn starch

salt and pepper,to taste

Preparation

Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.

Add the broccoli and cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until tender. Remove the broccoli from the pan, place it on a plate, and cover to keep warm.

Wipe the pan clean with a paper towel and turn the heat to high. Add the remaining teaspoon of oil to the pan.

Season the shrimp with salt and pepper to taste and add them to the pan. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pink and opaque.

Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, then add the broccoli back into the pan.

In a bowl whisk together the water, honey, and soy sauce.

In a small bowl mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water.

Pour the soy sauce mixture over the shrimp and vegetables. Cook for 30 seconds.

Add the cornstarch and bring to a boil. Cook for 1 more minute or until the sauce has just started to thicken.

Serve immediately, with rice if desired.