Quick Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-08 · Updated 2026-06-08

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A speedy stir fry featuring succulent shrimp cooked in half the usual soy sauce and garlic for a lighter, yet flavorful dish. This Asian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 17 minutes, pairs large shrimp, garlic cloves, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 7 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 240 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz, peeled and deveined large shrimp
3 minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 medium, sliced into thin strips green bell pepper
1 cup trimmed snap peas
2 sliced scallions
1 tsp minced fresh ginger
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 tsp optional red chili flakes
1/2 tsp salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp minced fresh ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
Step 2: Add 12 oz peeled and deveined large shrimp and stir-fry for 2 minutes until they start turning pink.
Step 3: Toss in 1 medium sliced green bell pepper, 1 cup snap peas, and 2 sliced scallions. Stir-fry for 2 more minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
Step 4: Pour in 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes if using. Stir well and cook for another minute until everything is heated through and coated with sauce.