Stir-Fried Shrimp with Ginger and Scallion

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-06 · Updated 2026-06-06

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Quick and vibrant stir-fried shrimp infused with fresh ginger and scallion, delivering a perfect balance of savory and aromatic flavors. This Chinese-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 18 minutes, pairs large shrimp, fresh ginger, scallions 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 Chinese cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
2 tbsp, julienned fresh ginger
4 stalks, sliced into 2-inch pieces scallions
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp vegetable oil
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
1/4 tsp (optional) red chili flakes
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 2 tbsp julienned fresh ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Add the seasoned shrimp to the wok in a single layer. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Step 4: Add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 4 sliced scallions (2-inch pieces), and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes if using. Toss everything together and cook for another 1 minute until scallions are slightly wilted and shrimp are coated in sauce.
Step 5: Remove from heat and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.