Spicy Asian Chili Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-09 · Updated 2026-05-09

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Quick stir-fried shrimp tossed in a spicy chili-garlic sauce with crisp vegetables, perfect for a weeknight meal ready in under 20 minutes. This Asian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs large shrimp, sesame oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 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: 5 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 290 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
2 tbsp sesame oil
5 cloves, minced garlic cloves
1 tsp red chili flakes
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 medium, sliced into thin strips green bell pepper
1 cup snap peas
3 stalks, sliced green onions
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
for serving lime wedges

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
Step 2: Add 5 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp red chili flakes to the pan, stirring constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until shrimp start turning pink.
Step 4: Add 1 sliced green bell pepper, 1 cup snap peas, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar. Continue stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until shrimp are cooked through and vegetables are crisp tender.
Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 3 sliced green onions and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with lime wedges to squeeze over the top.