One-Pan Garlic Shrimp and Rice
A quick and flavorful dinner with plump shrimp, garlic, and rice cooked in one pan for minimal cleanup. This asian-inspired one pot ready in about 30 minutes pairs shrimp, jasmine rice, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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
- 12 oz shrimp
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger
- 4 green onions
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add 12 oz shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then remove and set aside.
- Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger to the skillet, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 cup jasmine rice to the skillet and stir to coat in the oil, then pour in 1 cup water and 2 tbsp soy sauce, stirring once to combine.
- Step 4: Bring to a simmer, cover with a lid, and cook for 15 minutes until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.
- Step 5: Stir in 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then return the shrimp to the skillet and stir in 4 sliced green onions (white parts), cooking for 1 minute to heat through.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Garlic Shrimp and Rice take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 One-Pan Garlic Shrimp and Rice?
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 shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Garlic Shrimp and Rice?
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 One-Pan Garlic Shrimp and Rice 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.
What goes well with One-Pan Garlic Shrimp and Rice?
Asian one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
