15-Minute Instant Garlic Butter Shrimp Stir-Fry

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Juicy shrimp sautéed in a fragrant garlic butter sauce with crisp bell peppers and snap peas, ready in just 15 minutes. This asian-inspired instant pot ready in about 15 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, unsalted butter, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.5 (12 ratings) Prep: 5 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 3 tablespoons unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until melted and bubbling. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 12 ounces of large peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet in a single layer, cooking for 2 minutes on one side until the edges turn pink and slightly crisp.
  3. Step 3: Flip the shrimp and add 1 thinly sliced medium red bell pepper and 1 cup trimmed snap peas. Stir-fry everything together for 3-4 minutes until shrimp are cooked through and vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, stirring to coat all ingredients. Season with 1/4 teaspoon black pepper and cook for another 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley before serving immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does 15-Minute Instant Garlic Butter Shrimp Stir-Fry take to make?

Total time is about 15 minutes (5 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover 15-Minute Instant Garlic Butter Shrimp Stir-Fry?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep unsalted butter from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in 15-Minute Instant Garlic Butter Shrimp Stir-Fry?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale 15-Minute Instant Garlic Butter Shrimp Stir-Fry for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with 15-Minute Instant Garlic Butter Shrimp Stir-Fry?

Asian instant pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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