Sautéed Green Beans with Shrimp and Garlic Soy Glaze

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Tender-crisp green beans stir-fried with plump shrimp in a savory garlic soy glaze, perfect for a quick and flavorful Filipino-inspired side. This filipino-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs green beans, shrimp, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 190 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.

★ 4.5 (14 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Filipino cuisine 190 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 5 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 12 oz peeled and deveined shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and just cooked through. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 1 lb trimmed green beans and 1/4 cup water. Cover and steam for 3-4 minutes until green beans turn bright green and are tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Remove lid, add back the shrimp along with 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes if using. Stir-fry everything together for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the shrimp and green beans.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately as a savory vegetable and seafood side dish.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Green Beans with Shrimp and Garlic Soy Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Sautéed Green Beans with Shrimp and Garlic Soy Glaze?

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 Sautéed Green Beans with Shrimp and Garlic Soy Glaze?

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 Sautéed Green Beans with Shrimp and Garlic Soy Glaze 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 Sautéed Green Beans with Shrimp and Garlic Soy Glaze?

Filipino 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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