Spicy Hibachi Shrimp and Snow Pea Stir Fry

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A quick Japanese hibachi-style stir fry with plump shrimp, crisp snow peas, and a spicy garlic-soy sauce that balances heat and umami. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 18 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, trimmed snow peas, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 8 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
  2. Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated ginger to the oil, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add 12 large shrimp and stir-fry for 2 minutes until they turn pink and start to curl.
  4. Step 4: Toss in 1 cup trimmed snow peas and sprinkle 1/2 tsp red chili flakes. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes until snow peas are bright green and crisp-tender.
  5. Step 5: Pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce and drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil, stirring continuously for 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the shrimp and veggies.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles if desired.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Hibachi Shrimp and Snow Pea Stir Fry take to make?

Total time is about 18 minutes (10 min prep + 8 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 Spicy Hibachi Shrimp and Snow Pea Stir Fry?

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 snow peas from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Hibachi Shrimp and Snow Pea Stir Fry?

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 Spicy Hibachi Shrimp and Snow Pea Stir Fry 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 Spicy Hibachi Shrimp and Snow Pea Stir Fry?

Japanese 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.

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