Half-Hour Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snow Peas and Ginger
Quick stir-fried shrimp and crisp snow peas tossed in a fragrant ginger soy sauce, ready in just thirty minutes. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs large shrimp (peeled and deveined), trimmed snow peas, finely minced fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup trimmed snow peas
- 1 tbsp finely minced fresh ginger
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 sliced diagonally green onions
- 1/4 tsp optional red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp dissolved in 2 tbsp water cornstarch
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz peeled and deveined large shrimp and stir-fry for 2 minutes until pink and just cooked through; remove shrimp and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same wok, add 1 tbsp finely minced fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
- Step 3: Add 1 cup trimmed snow peas and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Return shrimp to the wok, add 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (if using), and 1 tsp cornstarch dissolved in 2 tbsp water. Stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the shrimp and snow peas.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Hour Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snow Peas and Ginger take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snow Peas and Ginger?
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 Half-Hour Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snow Peas and Ginger?
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 Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snow Peas and Ginger for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snow Peas and Ginger?
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.
