Citrus-Garlic Shrimp with Mojo Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-12 · Updated 2026-04-12

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Juicy shrimp seared in a zesty mojo sauce made with orange, lime, and fresh oregano, perfect for a quick weeknight meal. This Puerto Rican-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs shrimp, olive oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 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: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Puerto Rican cuisine 250 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb large, peeled and deveined shrimp
3 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves minced garlic
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tbsp chopped oregano
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
2 tbsp chopped cilantro
to taste salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
Step 2: Add 4 cloves minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly.
Step 3: Stir in 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tbsp chopped oregano, and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 4: Return shrimp to the skillet, toss to coat, and cook for 1 minute until heated through. Stir in 2 tbsp chopped cilantro and serve immediately.