Stir-Fried Chili Garlic Shrimp with Scallions
Succulent shrimp tossed in a spicy chili garlic sauce and stir-fried with fresh scallions for a quick, hot seafood dish. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 16 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, vegetable oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 230 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
- 12 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 4 whole fresh scallions, sliced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp red chili flakes, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
- Step 2: Add 12 oz peeled and deveined large shrimp to the wok, spreading them out in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 2 minutes until the undersides turn pink and slightly crisp.
- Step 3: Flip the shrimp and add 4 sliced fresh scallions, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until shrimp are cooked through and the sauce thickens slightly, coating the shrimp evenly.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Chili Garlic Shrimp with Scallions 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 Stir-Fried Chili Garlic Shrimp with Scallions?
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 Stir-Fried Chili Garlic Shrimp with Scallions?
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 Stir-Fried Chili Garlic Shrimp with Scallions 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 Stir-Fried Chili Garlic Shrimp with Scallions?
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.
