Honey-Ginger Sesame Shrimp Stir-Fry with Snap Peas

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

Sweet-tangy shrimp stir-fry with crisp snap peas and toasted sesame seeds, ready in 27 minutes with minimal cleanup. This Asian-inspired quick recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 27 minutes, pairs shrimp, snap peas, carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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

• 12 oz shrimp
• 1 1/2 cups snap peas
• 1/2 cup carrot
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat shrimp dry, toss with 1 tbsp cornstarch and 1/4 tsp salt. Thinly slice carrots and snap peas. Mince ginger and garlic.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque; remove and set aside.
3. Step 3: Add ginger and garlic to wok, stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add carrots and snap peas, stir-frying for 3 minutes until crisp-tender.
4. Step 4: Whisk together soy sauce, honey, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl. Pour sauce into wok, bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes until thickened.
5. Step 5: Return shrimp to wok, toss to coat, and cook for 1 minute more. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve immediately.