Herbal Gin-Soaked Shrimp with Citrus
Plump shrimp soaked in a fragrant gin and citrus marinade, then pan-seared for a quick, elegant main course. This mediterranean-inspired seafood (low-carb) ready in about 25 minutes pairs (peeled and deveined) large shrimp, gin, orange juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 4, 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (peeled and deveined) large shrimp
- 1/4 cup gin
- 2 tbsp orange juice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp grated lemon zest
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together gin, orange juice, parsley, lemon zest, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp and marinate for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tbsp olive oil. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly caramelized.
- Step 3: Remove shrimp and reduce marinade in the same skillet until thickened, then spoon glaze over shrimp before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herbal Gin-Soaked Shrimp with Citrus take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Herbal Gin-Soaked Shrimp with Citrus?
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 gin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herbal Gin-Soaked Shrimp with Citrus?
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 Herbal Gin-Soaked Shrimp with Citrus for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.
Is Herbal Gin-Soaked Shrimp with Citrus low-carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The flavors in this herbal are incredible.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
