Stir-Fried Shrimp with Garlic Ginger and Bell Peppers

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Tender shrimp quickly stir-fried with vibrant bell peppers and a savory garlic ginger sauce. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 20 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, soy sauce, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 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: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 250 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp cornstarch until smooth; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves, stir-frying for 30 seconds until aromatic.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
  4. Step 4: Toss in 1 large thinly sliced red bell pepper and 1 large thinly sliced yellow bell pepper, stir-frying for an additional 2 minutes until tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Pour the prepared sauce into the wok and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp and vegetables.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 2 chopped green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Shrimp with Garlic Ginger and Bell Peppers take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 with Garlic Ginger and Bell Peppers?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Shrimp with Garlic Ginger and Bell Peppers?

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 with Garlic Ginger and Bell Peppers 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 Shrimp with Garlic Ginger and Bell Peppers?

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.

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