Quick Hibachi-Style Shrimp Stir Fry with Garlic and Scallions
A fast and flavorful hibachi-inspired shrimp stir fry featuring garlic, scallions, and a savory soy glaze that’s perfect for weeknights. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 12 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, vegetable oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, 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
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 4 stalks scallions, sliced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the wok. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp start turning pink and opaque.
- Step 3: Pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp mirin, stirring to coat the shrimp evenly. Add 4 sliced scallions and 1/4 tsp black pepper, tossing everything together for another 1-2 minutes until the scallions soften slightly.
- Step 4: Sprinkle 1 tsp sesame seeds over the stir fry, give a final toss, and remove from heat. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Quick Hibachi-Style Shrimp Stir Fry with Garlic and Scallions take to make?
Total time is about 12 minutes (5 min prep + 7 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 Quick Hibachi-Style Shrimp Stir Fry with Garlic and Scallions?
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 vegetable oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Hibachi-Style Shrimp Stir Fry with Garlic and Scallions?
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 Quick Hibachi-Style Shrimp Stir Fry with Garlic and Scallions for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Quick Hibachi-Style Shrimp Stir Fry with Garlic and Scallions?
Japanese 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.
