Healthy garlic shrimp stir fry is a vibrant, quick, and satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with lean protein, crisp-tender veggies, and a deliciously sticky garlic sauce with a touch of honey, this one-pan recipe comes together in just 20 minutes. Serve it over rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles — and enjoy a takeout-style dinner that’s healthier, fresher, and just as flavorful.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Quick Cook Time: Done in 20 minutes start to finish
One Skillet Wonder: Less mess, more flavor
Naturally Gluten-Free Option: Use tamari instead of soy sauce
Sweet & Savory Balance: Thanks to garlic, honey, and ginger
Meal Prep Friendly: Reheats beautifully for lunch the next day
Ingredients
Veggies & Shrimp
- 2 tbsp avocado oil (or olive oil)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cups broccoli florets, chopped small
- 1½ cups snap peas
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
Garlic Stir Fry Sauce
- ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger (or 1 tsp ground)
- 1 tbsp arrowroot powder (or cornstarch)
Optional Toppings
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook the Vegetables
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm the avocado oil. Add bell pepper, broccoli, and snap peas. Sauté for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until veggies are bright and just tender. - Whisk the Sauce
While the veggies cook, whisk all sauce ingredients in a bowl until smooth and slightly thickened from the arrowroot powder. - Add the Shrimp
Push the veggies to one side of the skillet. Add shrimp and reduce heat to medium. Cook for 2–3 minutes, flipping once, until shrimp turn pink. - Combine Everything
Pour the sauce over shrimp and veggies. Stir everything together and cook for another 4 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the stir fry evenly. - Serve Hot
Remove from heat and serve immediately over steamed rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles. Top with sesame seeds or scallions if desired.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving, without rice)
Calories: ~285
Protein: 28g
Carbs: 14g
Fat: 13g
Sugar: 7g
Fiber: 3g
Sodium: ~850mg
Tips & Variations
More Heat? Add red chili flakes or a dash of sriracha to the sauce
Vegetable Swaps: Try carrots, mushrooms, baby corn, or zucchini
Protein Swap: Use tofu, chicken, or tempeh instead of shrimp
No Arrowroot? Cornstarch works just as well for thickening
Low-Carb Version: Serve with cauliflower rice or shredded cabbage
FAQs
Can I use frozen shrimp?
Yes — just thaw, rinse, and pat them dry before cooking.
What if I don’t have fresh ginger?
Use 1 tsp ground ginger as a substitute for 1 tbsp fresh.
Can I double the sauce?
Absolutely! If you like it extra saucy, double all sauce ingredients.
How should I store leftovers?
Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.
Healthy Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry
Equipment
- – Large skillet
- – Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- – Cutting board & knife
Ingredients
- Stir Fry
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 3 cups chopped broccoli
- 1½ cups snap peas
- 1 lb raw shrimp peeled and deveined
- Sauce
- ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp arrowroot or cornstarch
- Optional Toppings
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Heat oil in large skillet. Add veggies and sauté 6–8 minutes.
- Whisk sauce ingredients in a bowl.
- Add shrimp to skillet. Cook 2–3 minutes until pink.
- Pour in sauce and stir everything together.
- Cook 4 minutes until sauce thickens. Serve hot over rice.
Notes
Conclusion
This healthy garlic shrimp stir fry checks every box — fast, flavorful, protein-packed, and easy to clean up. It’s perfect for weeknights but good enough to serve guests, too. With just a few pantry staples and fresh ingredients, you’ll have a better-than-takeout dinner on the table in 20 minutes or less.