Half-Hour Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry
A quick and vibrant shrimp stir fry with garlic and colorful veggies, ready in just 30 minutes for a satisfying weeknight meal. This asian fusion-inspired stir fry ready in about 30 minutes pairs peeled and deveined shrimp, olive oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 1 medium, thinly sliced red bell pepper
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 3 stalks, sliced green onions
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet, sauté for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque, then transfer shrimp to a plate.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, add 2 cups broccoli florets and 1 thinly sliced red bell pepper. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Return shrimp to the skillet and pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp honey. Toss everything together and cook for another 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the shrimp and veggies.
- Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle 3 sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds over the top before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Hour Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry 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 Half-Hour Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry?
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 peeled and deveined shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Hour Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry?
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 Half-Hour Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry 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 Half-Hour Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry?
Asian Fusion stir fry 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.
