Shrimp Stir-Fry with Garlic Soy Glaze and Snap Peas
Quick and colorful shrimp stir-fry featuring crisp snap peas and a glossy garlic soy glaze for a satisfying weeknight meal. This asian fusion-inspired seafood ready in about 20 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, trimmed snap peas, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 260 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
- 1 cup, trimmed snap peas
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp, grated fresh ginger
- 2 stalks, sliced diagonally green onions
- 1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger; set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Add 12 oz peeled and deveined shrimp and sauté for 2 minutes until pink and opaque, then remove shrimp from the pan.
- Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves to the same pan and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Toss in 1 cup trimmed snap peas and stir-fry for 2 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Return the shrimp to the pan, pour in the prepared soy glaze, and cook while tossing for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp and snap peas.
- Step 6: Remove from heat, sprinkle 2 sliced green onions and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (if using) over the top, and serve immediately with steamed rice.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Shrimp Stir-Fry with Garlic Soy Glaze and Snap Peas 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 Shrimp Stir-Fry with Garlic Soy Glaze and Snap 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 snap peas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Shrimp Stir-Fry with Garlic Soy Glaze and Snap 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 Shrimp Stir-Fry with Garlic Soy Glaze and Snap 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.
What goes well with Shrimp Stir-Fry with Garlic Soy Glaze and Snap Peas?
Asian Fusion 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.
