Stovetop Shrimp Stir-Fry with Garlic and Ginger
Quick and vibrant shrimp stir-fry cooked with fresh garlic, ginger, and crisp vegetables for a healthy weeknight meal. This asian-inspired stir fry ready in about 20 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, vegetable oil, fresh garlic, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger to the pan, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not brown.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they start turning pink.
- Step 4: Add 1 sliced red bell pepper and 1 cup snap peas, continuing to stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp and shrimp are cooked through.
- Step 5: Pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp honey, tossing everything to coat evenly and cooking for 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving over steamed rice or noodles.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stovetop Shrimp Stir-Fry with Garlic and Ginger 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 Stovetop Shrimp Stir-Fry with Garlic and Ginger?
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 vegetable oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stovetop Shrimp Stir-Fry with Garlic and Ginger?
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 Stovetop Shrimp Stir-Fry with Garlic and Ginger 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 Stovetop Shrimp Stir-Fry with Garlic and Ginger?
Asian stir fry 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.
