shrimp substitute
in stir fry.

In Stir Fry, Shrimp provides lean protein that cooks quickly. A good stand-in needs similar flake, moisture level, and mild flavor.

top substitutes

01

Salmon

10.0best for stir fry
1 lb : 1 lb

Cut into chunks; heartier, rich seafood flavor

02

Tempeh

10.0best for stir fry
1 cup : 1 cup

Cube small and marinate in Old Bay and lemon

03

Seitan

10.0best for stir fry
1 cup : 1 cup

Cube or strip seitan for stir-fries and skewers; marinate to boost flavor

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04

Halibut Fish

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Firm mild white fish; cube and sauté for stir-fries or pasta in place of shrimp

05

Tuna

10.0
1 lb : 1 lb

Firm texture; works in stir-fries and salads

06

Tofu

10.0
1 lb : 1 lb

Cube firm tofu; great plant-based swap in curries

07

Monkfish Fish

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Firm sweet flesh nicknamed poor man's lobster; cube for scampi and paella

08

Chickpeas

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Hearty, plant-based; works well in pasta and bowls

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