Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Snow Peas and Chili Flakes

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A quick Asian-inspired stir fry with tender shrimp, crisp snow peas, and a punch of garlic and chili for balanced heat. This asian-inspired seafood (gluten free) ready in about 18 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, trimmed snow peas, thinly sliced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 8 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes; stir-fry for 20 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the wok. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, tossing frequently, until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 cups trimmed snow peas and 2 tbsp soy sauce. Continue stir-frying for another 2 minutes until snow peas are bright green and crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: Turn off heat and drizzle with 1 tbsp sesame oil and 1 tbsp fresh lime juice. Toss in 2 sliced green onions and give a final quick stir. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Snow Peas and Chili Flakes 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 Snow Peas and Chili Flakes?

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 trimmed snow peas from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Snow Peas and Chili Flakes?

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 Snow Peas and Chili Flakes 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.

Is Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Snow Peas and Chili Flakes gluten free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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