Ginger-Scallion Stir-Fried Shrimp with Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

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Succulent shrimp quickly stir-fried with fragrant ginger, scallions, and a touch of toasted sesame oil for a vibrant Asian-inspired dish. This Asian seafood recipe, ready in about 17 minutes, pairs large shrimp, vegetable oil, and fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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: 7 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
3 stalks scallions, sliced thinly
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp toasted sesame oil
1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
Step 3: Add shrimp to the pan in a single layer and stir-fry for 2 minutes until shrimp turn pink around edges but are not fully cooked.
Step 4: Add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger, 3 sliced scallion stalks (white and green parts), and 2 minced garlic cloves. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until shrimp are opaque and aromatics are fragrant.
Step 5: Stir in 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp toasted sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using. Toss to coat everything evenly and cook for 30 more seconds. Remove from heat and serve immediately.