Broccoli Shrimp with Garlic Miso Butter Sauce

Why You’ll Love This Dish

• Big flavor, low effort – The garlic miso butter sauce is the secret weapon: buttery, savory, a little sweet, a little spicy.
• Nutritious & balanced – Shrimp brings lean protein, broccoli adds fiber and antioxidants, and miso delivers gut-friendly probiotics.
• Perfect for busy nights – This meal cooks quickly in one pan.
• Flexible & customizable – Swap the peanuts for cashews, make it spicy or mild, serve it over noodles or rice.

Flavor Profile

This dish is a delicious balance of the five key flavors in Asian cooking:

• Salty – Soy sauce and white miso paste
• Sweet – Maple syrup
• Sour – Rice vinegar
• Spicy – Chili paste + optional red pepper flakes
• Umami – Miso and garlic bring that savory magic

Nutritional Benefits

This Broccoli Shrimp with Garlic Miso Butter Sauce isn’t just bold and flavorful — it’s also full of nutrients that fuel your body and support overall wellness. Here’s a closer look:

🍤 Shrimp

• Lean protein – Shrimp is a great source of lean protein. It’s low in calories and fat, but high in quality protein for muscle support.
• Rich in selenium – Selenium is a powerful antioxidant that supports thyroid function.
• Source of iodine & B12 – Iodine is an essential mineral that supports thyroid health, and B12 is a key vitamin that helps keep blood and nerve cells healthy, converts food into energy, and contributes to the creation of DNA.

🥦 Broccoli

• High in fiber – Fiber supports digestion and helps you feel full.
• Loaded with antioxidants – Antioxidants like vitamin E and selenium help fight free radical damage and reduce inflammation.
• Great source of vitamins C and K – Vitamins C and K support the immune system and bone health.

🌱 White Miso Paste

• Probiotic rich – Probiotics support gut health and digestion.
• Complete plant protein – Miso is a fermented soybean paste and a complete plant-based protein.
• Trace minerals – It also contains trace minerals like manganese for bone health and metabolism, copper for energy and nerve function, and zinc for immune strength.
• May support heart health – Some research shows that fermented soy foods like miso may help reduce LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and support heart health.

🥜 Peanuts

• Healthy fats – Peanuts contain mainly monounsaturated fats, which support heart health.
• Vitamin E & magnesium – Vitamin E and magnesium are great for skin, nerves, and muscle function.

🧄 Garlic & Ginger

• Anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting – Both garlic and ginger are time-tested natural anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting remedies.
• Help balance blood sugar and cholesterol – When part of a whole-foods diet, garlic and ginger help balance cholesterol and blood sugar.

A Word About White Miso Paste

White miso paste (also called shiro miso) isn’t just here for umami — it brings some real nutritional value to the table, too. Because it’s a fermented food, white miso contains live probiotics that support digestive health, boost your immune system, and can even positively influence mood. It is a versatile ingredient that can be used in soups, marinades, and sauces and is typically available in most mainstream grocery stores. Just don’t boil it directly — high heat kills those helpful bacteria. In this recipe, the miso is gently melted with butter to keep its benefits intact. And yes, miso is salty — but its deep flavor means you can use less salt elsewhere. In this recipe, it helps build layers of flavor without dominating the dish.

Balanced & Nourishing

With a mix of protein, fiber, healthy fats, and complex flavors, this dish is a nutritionally balanced option that’s perfect for lunch or dinner!