Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Ginger in Soy-Ginger Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-02 · Updated 2026-07-02

Tender shrimp quickly sautéed with fresh garlic and ginger, then tossed in a savory soy-ginger sauce, perfect for a fast Asian-inspired seafood dish. This Asian Fusion-inspired seafood recipe (gluten free), ready in about 13 minutes, pairs large shrimp, garlic cloves, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 stalks, sliced green onions
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 cloves minced garlic and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
3. Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tsp honey, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for another minute until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the shrimp.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat, squeeze 1 tbsp fresh lime juice over the shrimp, and sprinkle 2 sliced green onions on top before serving immediately.