Stir-Fried Shrimp Rice Rolls with Sesame Chicken Glaze

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Tender shrimp rice rolls stir-fried with a savory sesame chicken-inspired glaze, combining silky texture with rich, sweet-savory flavors. This chinese-inspired seafood ready in about 22 minutes pairs rice rolls, large shrimp, peeled and deveined, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 3, 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: 12 min Serves 3 Chinese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse and drain 12 oz rice rolls, then cut into 3-inch pieces. Set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 8 oz peeled and deveined shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then remove shrimp and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same wok, add 2 tbsp sesame oil and 3 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Step 4: Add the rice rolls to the wok and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they become soft and slightly translucent.
  5. Step 5: Mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp hoisin sauce, and 1 tbsp honey in a small bowl. Pour this sauce over the rice rolls and toss to coat evenly.
  6. Step 6: Return the cooked shrimp to the wok, add 2 sliced green onions, and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Step 7: Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the dish before serving for a nutty crunch.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Shrimp Rice Rolls with Sesame Chicken Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Shrimp Rice Rolls with Sesame Chicken 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 rice rolls from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Shrimp Rice Rolls with Sesame Chicken 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 Stir-Fried Shrimp Rice Rolls with Sesame Chicken Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Shrimp Rice Rolls with Sesame Chicken Glaze?

Chinese 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.

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