Steamed Shrimp with Fresh Ginger and Garlic
Succulent shrimp steamed with aromatic ginger and garlic, served with a light soy-sesame sauce. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 16 minutes pairs peeled and deveined shrimp, minced fresh ginger, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 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
- 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Step 1: Place 1 lb shrimp in a steamer basket over a pot of simmering water, ensuring the water does not touch the basket.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/4 cup water.
- Step 3: Pour the sauce over the shrimp in the steamer basket.
- Step 4: Cover and steam for 5-6 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Steamed Shrimp with Fresh Ginger and Garlic take to make?
Total time is about 16 minutes (10 min prep + 6 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 Steamed Shrimp with Fresh Ginger 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 peeled and deveined shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Steamed Shrimp with Fresh Ginger 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 Steamed Shrimp with Fresh Ginger and Garlic 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 Steamed Shrimp with Fresh Ginger and Garlic?
Asian 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★★
So much better than takeout. We'll never order asian delivery again.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
