Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snow Peas and Ginger Soy Glaze
Tender shrimp stir-fried with crisp snow peas in a tangy ginger soy glaze for a fast and flavorful dinner. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 20 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, trimmed snow peas, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 6 oz, trimmed snow peas
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
- 2 stalks, thinly sliced scallions
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering, then add 12 oz peeled and deveined large shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque; remove shrimp and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same pan, add 6 oz trimmed snow peas and stir-fry for 2 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
- Step 3: Add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves to the pan, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Pour in a sauce made from 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp honey, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, tossing everything to coat evenly and cook for 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 5: Return the cooked shrimp to the pan, stir to combine and heat through, then garnish with 2 thinly sliced scallions before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snow Peas and Ginger Soy Glaze 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 Snow Peas and Ginger Soy 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 trimmed snow peas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Shrimp with Snow Peas and Ginger Soy 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 with Snow Peas and Ginger Soy 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 with Snow Peas and Ginger Soy Glaze?
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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