Spicy Sambal Shrimp Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Jasmine Rice

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Quick stir-fried shrimp coated in a spicy sambal chili sauce with crisp snow peas, served over fragrant jasmine rice. This asian fusion-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, sambal oelek chili paste, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup dry jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rinsed rice with 1 1/2 cups water in a medium saucepan, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes.
  2. Step 2: While rice cooks, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 2 tbsp sambal oelek chili paste to the pan. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they start turning pink.
  5. Step 5: Add 8 oz trimmed snow peas, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp lime juice. Continue stir-frying for another 2-3 minutes until shrimp are opaque and snow peas are bright green and tender-crisp.
  6. Step 6: Fluff the jasmine rice with a fork and serve the spicy sambal shrimp stir-fry over the rice immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Sambal Shrimp Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Jasmine Rice take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Sambal Shrimp Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Jasmine Rice?

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 sambal oelek chili paste from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Sambal Shrimp Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Jasmine Rice?

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 Sambal Shrimp Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Jasmine Rice for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Sambal Shrimp Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Jasmine Rice?

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.

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