Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Garlic
A quick stir-fry of succulent shrimp, crisp snow peas, and a fiery garlic chili sauce for an easy weeknight meal. This asian-inspired stir fry ready in about 20 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, kosher salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 3, 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
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 2 cups, trimmed snow peas
- 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 2, thinly sliced green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Toss 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp with 1/2 tsp kosher salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add shrimp in a single layer and stir-fry for 2 minutes until pink and opaque, then remove shrimp to a plate.
- Step 3: In the same wok, add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 tsp red chili flakes, stir-frying for 30 seconds until aromatic but not burnt.
- Step 4: Add 2 cups trimmed snow peas and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Return shrimp to the wok and add 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp brown sugar. Stir well and cook for 1 more minute until sauce thickens and coats everything.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 thinly sliced green onions over the stir-fry before serving hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Garlic 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 Snow Peas and Garlic?
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 kosher salt from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Garlic?
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 Snow Peas and Garlic for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Snow Peas and Garlic?
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.
