Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Snow Peas and Sesame

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A fast and flavorful stir-fry combining garlic-infused shrimp and crisp snow peas finished with toasted sesame seeds. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 13 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, trimmed snow peas, finely minced garlic cloves 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.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 8 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp and 2 cups trimmed snow peas to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until shrimp turn pink and snow peas are bright green and crisp-tender.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp honey, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using. Cook for another 1 minute, tossing to coat everything evenly and heat through.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions over the top. Serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Snow Peas and Sesame take to make?

Total time is about 13 minutes (5 min prep + 8 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 Sesame?

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 trimmed snow peas from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Snow Peas and Sesame?

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 Sesame 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 Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Snow Peas and Sesame?

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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