30-Minute Garlic-Shrimp Stir-Fry with Snap Peas

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Bright, garlicky shrimp and crisp snap peas in a savory soy-ginger glaze, served over fluffy jasmine rice. Ready in under 30 minutes with no fancy techniques. This asian-inspired quick meals ready in about 30 minutes pairs shrimp, snap peas, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 calories and feeds 4, 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 3.5 (8 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 340 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cook 1 cup jasmine rice according to package directions while preparing the stir-fry. Meanwhile, pat 12 oz shrimp dry and season with 1/2 tsp salt.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 10 oz snap peas and stir-fry for 2 minutes until bright green, then push to one side.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger to the skillet, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant and golden around the edges—do not brown.
  4. Step 4: Add 12 oz shrimp to the skillet, stirring constantly for 3-4 minutes until opaque and pink, then pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp honey, and 1 tsp sesame oil.
  5. Step 5: Stir until sauce thickens and coats the shrimp and peas, about 1 minute. Slice 3 green onions and toss into the stir-fry, then serve immediately over the cooked rice.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does 30-Minute Garlic-Shrimp Stir-Fry with Snap Peas take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 30-Minute Garlic-Shrimp Stir-Fry with Snap Peas?

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 shrimp from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in 30-Minute Garlic-Shrimp Stir-Fry with Snap Peas?

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 30-Minute Garlic-Shrimp Stir-Fry with Snap Peas for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 30-Minute Garlic-Shrimp Stir-Fry with Snap Peas?

Asian quick meals 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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