Stir-Fried Shrimp with Ginger and Facebook-Inspired Lime Chili Sauce

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

Succulent shrimp stir-fried with fresh ginger and tossed in a tangy lime chili sauce, delivering a perfect balance of heat and zest. This asian-inspired seafood (low carb) ready in about 15 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, vegetable oil, finely grated fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Ingredients

• 12 oz, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp red chili flakes
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp honey
• 2 sliced thin green onions
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves; stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 12 oz peeled and deveined large shrimp and 1/2 tsp salt; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque, stirring frequently.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1 tsp red chili flakes, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp honey, tossing to coat the shrimp evenly; cook for another minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 thinly sliced green onions and 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro over the shrimp before serving hot with steamed rice or noodles.