Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Garlic and Snow Peas

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Quick stir-fried shrimp with crisp snow peas and garlic in a spicy soy-based sauce, perfect for a weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired new year ready in about 18 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, snow peas, trimmed, thinly sliced garlic cloves 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.

★ 4.4 (10 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 8 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz peeled and deveined shrimp and cook for 2 minutes on one side until pink and slightly opaque.
  2. Step 2: Flip shrimp and add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger; stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 cup trimmed snow peas and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sriracha sauce, and 1 tbsp sesame oil; cook for 1 more minute until shrimp are fully cooked and sauce coats ingredients.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Garlic and Snow Peas 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 Shrimp Stir-Fry with Garlic and Snow Peas?

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 snow peas, trimmed from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Garlic and Snow Peas?

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 Garlic and Snow Peas 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 Garlic and Snow Peas?

Asian new year 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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