Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry with Bok Choy
A quick and vibrant stir fry featuring tender shrimp, crisp bok choy, and a spicy garlic sauce scaled for two servings. This asian-inspired stir fry ready in about 20 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, heads baby bok choy, halved lengthwise, 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.
Ingredients
- 10 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 heads baby bok choy, halved lengthwise
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 cloves minced garlic and 1 tsp grated ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 10 oz peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes on one side until pink and slightly opaque.
- Step 3: Flip the shrimp and add 2 heads baby bok choy halved lengthwise. Stir fry together for 3-4 minutes until bok choy is bright green and slightly tender.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 tsp honey, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes. Cook for 1 more minute until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the shrimp and bok choy.
- Step 5: Remove from heat, garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry with Bok Choy 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 Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry with Bok Choy?
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 vegetable oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry with Bok Choy?
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 Shrimp Stir Fry with Bok Choy 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 Shrimp Stir Fry with Bok Choy?
Asian 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.
