Interactive-Inspired Lemon Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-30 · Updated 2026-06-30

A bright and zesty shrimp stir fry with garlic, lemon, and crisp vegetables that comes together quickly for a flavorful weeknight dinner. This Asian Fusion-inspired stir-fry recipe (low carb), ready in about 22 minutes, pairs large shrimp, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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 large shrimp
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 1 medium, sliced into strips red bell pepper
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 large, thinly sliced carrot
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes until pink and just cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 1 medium sliced red bell pepper, 2 cups broccoli florets, and 1 large thinly sliced carrot. Stir fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
4. Step 4: Return shrimp to the skillet and add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss everything together and cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the shrimp and vegetables.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles if desired.