Sautéed Scallion and Ginger Shrimp Stir-Fry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-29 · Updated 2026-04-29

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Succulent shrimp quickly stir-fried with fresh scallions and ginger for a bright and savory seafood dish. This Asian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 16 minutes, pairs large shrimp, scallions, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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: 6 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
5 stalks, cut into 2-inch pieces scallions
2 tbsp julienned fresh ginger
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp sesame oil
1/4 tsp (optional) red chili flakes
1/2 tsp salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until very hot.
Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 2 tbsp julienned fresh ginger to the pan, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp and season with 1/2 tsp salt. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until shrimp start turning pink.
Step 4: Toss in 5 scallion stalks cut into 2-inch pieces and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes if using. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes until shrimp are opaque and scallions slightly softened.
Step 5: Pour in 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp sesame oil, stirring to coat everything evenly. Remove from heat and serve immediately for a fresh, aromatic stir-fry.