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-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 17 minutes, pairs large shrimp, vegetable oil, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. 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 "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: 7 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
3 stalks, sliced thinly scallions
2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
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.