Shrimp Stir-Fry with Ginger-Sesame Glaze
Tender shrimp quickly stir-fried with crisp vegetables and coated in a flavorful ginger-sesame glaze for a satisfying weeknight meal. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 20 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, soy sauce, grated fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 medium, sliced into strips red bell pepper
- 1 cup, trimmed snap peas
- 2 stalks, sliced scallions
- 1 tsp, for garnish toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp honey to create the ginger-sesame glaze.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz peeled shrimp and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from pan and set aside.
- Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil to the pan and stir-fry 1 sliced medium red bell pepper and 1 cup snap peas for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Return shrimp to the pan along with the ginger-sesame glaze, tossing everything to coat and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the ingredients.
- Step 5: Remove from heat, garnish with 2 sliced scallions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving over rice or noodles.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Shrimp Stir-Fry with Ginger-Sesame Glaze 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 Ginger-Sesame Glaze?
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 soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Shrimp Stir-Fry with Ginger-Sesame 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 Shrimp Stir-Fry with Ginger-Sesame Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Ginger-Sesame Glaze?
Asian 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.
