1-First Step: Mix the honey garlic sauce Start by making the sauce in a small bowl. Stir together 1/3 cup honey, 1/3 cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Mix until the honey dissolves into the soy sauce and the mixture looks smooth. If you want less heat, cut back on the red pepper flakes. If you like more punch, add a little extra garlic or chili flakes later after tasting the finished dish.

2-Second Step: Prep the shrimp and vegetables Make sure the shrimp is peeled, deveined, and the tails are removed. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels so it browns better in the pan. Cut the broccoli into bite-size florets so it cooks evenly. Slice the kielbasa sausage into 1/2-inch rounds. Having everything ready before you heat the pan will keep this honey garlic shrimp and sausage with broccoli recipe quick and easy.

3-Third Step: Cook the sausage first Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage slices and cook them for about 3 to 4 minutes, stirring once or twice, until they are browned on both sides. Browning the sausage first gives the dish more flavor and leaves tasty bits in the pan. Once the sausage is browned, move it to a plate and keep it close by.

4-Fourth Step: Sear the broccoli Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Place the broccoli florets in the hot pan and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes. Stir often so the broccoli softens a little but still keeps some crunch. If you like softer broccoli, cover the pan for 1 minute with a splash of water to help it steam. This works well if you are cooking for kids or anyone who prefers a more tender vegetable.

5-Fifth Step: Cook the shrimp Add the shrimp to the skillet with the broccoli. Cook for about 2 minutes on the first side, then flip and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes. The shrimp should turn pink and opaque. Do not walk away from the pan, since shrimp can go from perfect to rubbery very quickly. If you are using smaller shrimp, they may cook even faster.

6-Sixth Step: Bring everything together Return the sausage to the pan. Pour in the honey garlic sauce and stir well so every piece gets coated. Let it simmer for 1 to 2 minutes, just long enough for the sauce to thicken slightly and cling to the shrimp, sausage, and broccoli. If the pan seems dry, add a tablespoon of water to loosen the sauce. If it looks too thin, let it cook for another minute.

7-Final Step: Serve over rice and garnish Spoon the honey garlic shrimp sausage and broccoli over cooked white rice. Finish with chopped parsley for color and freshness. Taste the dish before serving and adjust if needed with a little extra lemon juice, soy sauce, or red pepper flakes. Serve hot and enjoy right away while the sauce is glossy and the vegetables still have some bite.