Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Soy-Ginger Glaze
A zesty, flame-kissed shrimp stir-fry with a tangy soy-ginger sauce for a quick weeknight meal. This asian-inspired asian ready in about 30 minutes pairs peeled and deveined shrimp, medium, sliced bell peppers, head, cut into florets broccoli for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 2 medium, sliced bell peppers
- 1 head, cut into florets broccoli
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp, grated ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup, uncooked rice
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook 1 cup rice according to package instructions. Set aside.
- Step 2: In a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic.
- Step 3: Add 2 sliced bell peppers and 1 head broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 5 minutes until tender-crisp. Push vegetables to the sides of the skillet.
- Step 4: Add 1 lb shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink. Pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce and stir to coat. Cook for 1 minute until sauce thickens.
- Step 5: Serve over rice, garnished with 1 tbsp sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Soy-Ginger Glaze 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 Shrimp Stir-Fry with Soy-Ginger Glaze?
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 peeled and deveined shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry with Soy-Ginger Glaze?
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 Soy-Ginger Glaze 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 Shrimp Stir-Fry with Soy-Ginger Glaze?
Asian asian 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
