Spiced Tropical Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers
A quick stir fry featuring shrimp and tropical fruits tossed in a spiced soy-lime sauce with crisp bell peppers. This asian fusion-inspired stir fry ready in about 20 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, pineapple chunks, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 medium, sliced into strips red bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced into strips yellow bell pepper
- 3/4 cup pineapple chunks
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 sliced for garnish green onions
- 2 tbsp chopped for garnish fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 12 oz peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until pink and just cooked through.
- Step 3: Add 1 medium sliced red bell pepper, 1 medium sliced yellow bell pepper, and 3/4 cup pineapple chunks to the skillet, stirring for 3-4 minutes until peppers are tender-crisp.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, mix 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 teaspoon brown sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes. Pour this sauce into the skillet and toss well to coat everything evenly. Cook for an additional 1 minute until sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles if desired.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Tropical Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers 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 Spiced Tropical Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?
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 pineapple chunks from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Tropical Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?
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 Spiced Tropical Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers 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 Spiced Tropical Shrimp Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?
Asian Fusion stir fry 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.
