Sauteed Shrimp and Mushrooms

Fast, tasty, healthy. Wouldn’t it be great if those three words applied to all recipes? Typically, you get to pick two—sure, you can have fast and healthy, but don’t count on it tasting good. This stir-fried shrimp and mushroom dish is the rare exception that checks all the boxes.

I always love stir-fry dishes for quick and easy weeknight dinners because I can pack them with healthy vegetables. This shrimp and mushroom version is lemony, garlicky and loaded with tender, vitamin-rich mushrooms and fresh, protein-packed shrimp for a meal that comes together in only 15 minutes. It’s definitely a recipe you’ll want to make on repeat.

Sauteed Shrimp and Mushroom Ingredients

• Garlic
• Canola oil
• Uncooked shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• Mushrooms
• Green onions
• Chicken broth
• Hot cooked rice
• Lemon slices

Directions

Step 1: Saute the garlic

In a large skillet or wok, saute the garlic in oil for one minute.

Step 2: Add the shrimp and other ingredients

Add the shrimp, mushrooms and green onion, and stir-fry them for an additional minute. Stir in the broth, and cook for two minutes longer or until the shrimp turn pink. Serve the stir-fry with rice and garnish it with lemon slices.

How to Store Sauteed Shrimp and Mushrooms

Once the leftovers have cooled completely, place them in a glass storage container and store it in the refrigerator for up to four days. If you’d prefer to freeze your leftovers, place them in freezer-safe containers or storage bags and freeze them for up to three months. Reheat the stir-fry in the microwave for a minute or two, or saute it again in a hot frying pan.

Sauteed Shrimp and Mushroom Tips

What are the best mushrooms to use in sauteed shrimp and mushrooms?

The simple answer is: your favorite ones. There are many varieties of mushrooms to choose from, and each will bring a different flavor and texture to this dish. The most common ones, like button, cremini and portobello, are all good options. For something a little more exotic and flavorful, try using shiitake, oyster or chanterelle mushrooms. See what’s available at your local farmers market or Asian grocer, and note that using a combination of different varieties will make the dish more rich and sophisticated.

Can I add other seafood to stir-fried shrimp and mushrooms?

Of course! Adding scallops, calamari or lobster to the recipe will put this 15-minute home-cooked meal toe-to-toe with your local Chinese take-out or Japanese teppanyaki restaurant.

Can I make sauteed shrimp and mushrooms spicy?

You bet! To spice up this dish, try adding fresh or dried chile peppers like Tien Tsin or Thai chiles. Or follow the recipe as written and add a dollop of chili crisp, Sriracha or gochujang before serving.