Quick Stir-Fried Shrimp with Garlic and Green Beans

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Juicy shrimp stir-fried quickly with crisp green beans and aromatic garlic in a savory soy-ginger sauce for a light, flavorful dinner. This asian-inspired seafood (gluten free) ready in about 20 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, green beans, trimmed, garlic cloves, minced 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.

★ 4.4 (9 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 8 oz trimmed green beans and stir-fry for 4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
  2. Step 2: Push green beans to the side and add 5 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger to the center. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  4. Step 4: Stir together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp honey, and 0.25 tsp red chili flakes in a small bowl. Pour the sauce over the shrimp and green beans, tossing to coat evenly.
  5. Step 5: Drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil over the stir-fry, toss once more, then remove from heat.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp sesame seeds before serving immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Quick Stir-Fried Shrimp with Garlic and Green Beans 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 Shrimp with Garlic and Green Beans?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Stir-Fried Shrimp with Garlic and Green Beans?

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 Shrimp with Garlic and Green Beans 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 Shrimp with Garlic and Green Beans gluten free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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