Garlic Ginger Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snow Peas and Cashews

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Succulent shrimp stir-fried with crisp snow peas and toasted cashews in a fragrant garlic ginger soy sauce, perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner. This asian-inspired stir fry (gluten free) ready in about 20 minutes pairs pound, peeled and deveined large shrimp, trimmed snow peas, unsalted, toasted cashews for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until pink and just cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same wok, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 cups trimmed snow peas and stir-fry for 2 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Return the shrimp to the wok along with 1/2 cup toasted cashews, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes if using. Toss everything together and cook for 1 more minute until heated through and sauce coats the ingredients.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Garlic Ginger Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snow Peas and Cashews 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 Garlic Ginger Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snow Peas and Cashews?

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 trimmed snow peas from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic Ginger Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snow Peas and Cashews?

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 Garlic Ginger Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snow Peas and Cashews 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.

Is Garlic Ginger Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snow Peas and Cashews gluten free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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