Chili-Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers
Succulent shrimp quickly stir-fried with fiery chili, fragrant garlic, and colorful bell peppers for a zesty seafood dish. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 20 minutes pairs peeled and deveined raw shrimp, medium red bell pepper, medium green bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 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.
Ingredients
- 400 g peeled and deveined raw shrimp
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium green bell pepper
- 4 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 pepper fresh red chili
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Peel and devein 400 g raw shrimp if not already done. Core and slice 1 medium red bell pepper and 1 medium green bell pepper into thin strips. Mince 4 garlic cloves and finely chop 1 fresh red chili pepper, removing seeds for milder heat.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add minced garlic and chopped chili pepper, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add shrimp to the pan in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes until pink on one side, then stir and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Step 4: Toss in sliced bell peppers, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tsp brown sugar. Stir-fry everything together for 3 minutes until the shrimp are cooked through and the peppers are slightly tender but still crisp.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Chili-Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 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 Chili-Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?
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 medium red bell pepper from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Chili-Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?
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 Chili-Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers 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 Chili-Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?
Asian seafood 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.
