Wok-Seared Shrimp with Garlic and Ginger

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Juicy shrimp wok-seared with aromatic garlic and ginger, finished with a splash of soy sauce for a quick and flavorful seafood stir-fry. This chinese ready in about 12 minutes pairs large shrimp, garlic cloves, ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 190 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 7 min Serves 2 Chinese cuisine 190 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 3 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp julienned ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 12 oz peeled and deveined large shrimp in a single layer. Let them sear without moving for 1 minute until pink on one side.
  3. Step 3: Stir the shrimp and add 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes if using. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes until shrimp are opaque and sauce coats them.
  4. Step 4: Toss in 2 sliced green onions, stir briefly, then remove from heat and serve immediately over steamed jasmine rice or noodles.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Wok-Seared Shrimp with Garlic and Ginger take to make?

Total time is about 12 minutes (5 min prep + 7 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 Wok-Seared Shrimp 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 large shrimp from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Wok-Seared Shrimp 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 Wok-Seared Shrimp with Garlic and Ginger for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Wok-Seared Shrimp with Garlic and Ginger?

Chinese chinese 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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