Quick Stir-Fried H-E-B Brand Shrimp with Ginger and Snow Peas

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A fast and fresh stir-fry featuring plump shrimp and crisp snow peas, flavored with aromatic ginger and garlic for a healthy weeknight meal. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 17 minutes pairs trimmed snow peas, finely grated fresh ginger, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 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: 10 min Cook: 7 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined raw shrimp to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until shrimp start turning pink and opaque on the edges.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 cups trimmed snow peas and 2 tbsp soy sauce, tossing to combine. Cook for another 2 minutes until snow peas are tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Drizzle 1 tbsp sesame oil over the stir-fry, add 2 sliced green onions, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and optional 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Toss everything together and cook for 30 seconds more. Serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Quick Stir-Fried H-E-B Brand Shrimp with Ginger and Snow Peas take to make?

Total time is about 17 minutes (10 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 Stir-Fried H-E-B Brand Shrimp with Ginger and Snow Peas?

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 H-E-B Brand Shrimp with Ginger and Snow Peas?

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 H-E-B Brand Shrimp with Ginger and Snow Peas 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 H-E-B Brand Shrimp with Ginger and Snow Peas?

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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