Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Ginger and Scallions
Quick stir-fry of succulent shrimp cooked with fragrant garlic, fresh ginger, and scallions, finished with a light soy-based sauce. This asian fusion-inspired seafood ready in about 18 minutes pairs pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, vegetable oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
- 3 sliced into 2-inch pieces scallions
- 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp (optional) crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp fresh lime juice
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 tbsp minced fresh ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp to the pan in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes without stirring, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Step 3: Add 3 sliced scallions, 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar, 1 tsp honey, and 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Stir-fry for 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the shrimp.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and drizzle with 1 tsp fresh lime juice, tossing to combine. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Ginger and Scallions 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 Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Ginger and 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 Garlic Shrimp with Ginger and 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 Garlic Shrimp with Ginger and Scallions 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 Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Ginger and Scallions?
Asian Fusion 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.
