One-Pan Spicy Shrimp and Bell Pepper Stir Fry
A quick and colorful shrimp stir fry with crunchy bell peppers and a spicy garlic soy glaze, ready in under 20 minutes. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 18 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large 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 280 calories and feeds 3, 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 peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 1 medium, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced into thin strips yellow bell pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 stalks chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 12 oz peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes without stirring until pink on one side.
- Step 3: Flip the shrimp and add 1 sliced red bell pepper and 1 sliced yellow bell pepper, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until shrimp are opaque and peppers are tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the shrimp and peppers.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and finish with 1 tbsp fresh lime juice and 2 chopped green onions, tossing gently before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Spicy Shrimp and Bell Pepper Stir Fry take to make?
Total time is about 18 minutes (8 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 One-Pan Spicy Shrimp and Bell Pepper 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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Spicy Shrimp and Bell Pepper 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 One-Pan Spicy Shrimp and Bell Pepper Stir Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 One-Pan Spicy Shrimp and Bell Pepper Stir Fry?
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.
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