Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Snow Peas and Bell Peppers
A fast and flavorful stir-fry combining tender shrimp with crisp snow peas and colorful bell peppers in a garlicky soy sauce glaze. This Asian Fusion-inspired stir-fry recipe (gluten free option), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs large shrimp, extra virgin 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 weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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 extra virgin olive oil
- 5, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 6 oz, trimmed snow peas
- 1 medium, thinly sliced red bell pepper
- 1 medium, thinly sliced yellow bell pepper
- 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp, grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp, toasted sesame seeds
- 2 stalks, sliced green onions
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, stirring constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the pan in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes without stirring, then flip and cook for 1 more minute until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Step 3: Toss in 6 oz trimmed snow peas, 1 medium thinly sliced red bell pepper, and 1 medium thinly sliced yellow bell pepper. Stir-fry for 3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Stir together 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Pour the sauce over the shrimp and vegetables and toss to coat evenly. Cook for 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly and glazes the ingredients.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Snow Peas and Bell Peppers take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 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 Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Snow Peas and Bell Peppers?
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 large shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Snow Peas and Bell Peppers?
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 Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Snow Peas and Bell Peppers 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.
Is Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Snow Peas and Bell Peppers gluten free option?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free option based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
