Honey-Ginger Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snap Peas
Succulent shrimp stir-fried in a sweet-tangy ginger-honey sauce with crisp snap peas and carrots, ready in under 20 minutes. This asian-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs shrimp, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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. 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
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup trimmed snap peas
- 1 cup julienned carrots
- 1/2 cup cooked rice
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger until the honey dissolves completely.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then transfer to a plate.
- Step 3: Add 1 cup trimmed snap peas and 1 cup julienned carrots to the skillet, stirring for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender and vibrant green.
- Step 4: Return the shrimp to the skillet, pour in the sauce mixture, and stir constantly for 1 minute until the sauce thickens and coats the vegetables and shrimp.
- Step 5: Serve immediately over 1/2 cup cooked rice.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Ginger Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snap Peas take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Honey-Ginger Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snap Peas?
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 shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Ginger Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snap Peas?
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 Honey-Ginger Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snap Peas 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.
Is Honey-Ginger Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snap Peas gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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