Quick Stir-Fried Shrimp with Garlic and Snow Peas
A fast and flavorful stir fry combining tender shrimp, crisp snow peas, and a savory garlic sauce. This asian-inspired seafood (gluten free option) ready in about 17 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, trimmed snow peas, thinly sliced 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 3, 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
- 12 oz, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 2 cups, trimmed snow peas
- 4 cloves, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 tsp (optional) red chili flakes
- 2, sliced for garnish green onions
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz peeled and deveined large shrimp in a single layer and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until they start turning pink.
- Step 2: Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger to the pan. Stir continuously for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
- Step 3: Toss in 2 cups trimmed snow peas, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1/4 tsp red chili flakes (if using), 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Stir-fry everything together for 2-3 minutes until the snow peas are bright green and crisp-tender and shrimp are cooked through.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Quick Stir-Fried Shrimp with Garlic 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 Shrimp with Garlic 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 Shrimp with Garlic 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 Shrimp with Garlic and Snow Peas for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Snow Peas 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.
