Paraty-Style Cachaça and Lime Shrimp Stir Fry
A bright and savory stir fry featuring succulent shrimp cooked with the distinctive aroma of Paraty cachaça and fresh lime. This brazilian-inspired seafood ready in about 18 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, cachaça (Paraty variety), fresh lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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.
Ingredients
- 400 g, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 45 ml cachaça (Paraty variety)
- 25 ml fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 cloves, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 1 medium, thinly sliced red bell pepper
- 3 stalks, chopped green onions
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp (optional) red chili flakes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
- Step 2: Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 400 g peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet, spreading them out in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes without stirring to get a slight sear.
- Step 4: Flip the shrimp and add 1 medium thinly sliced red bell pepper, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes if using. Stir fry for another 2 minutes until shrimp are opaque.
- Step 5: Pour in 45 ml Paraty cachaça and 25 ml fresh lime juice, stirring well to coat the shrimp and vegetables. Cook for an additional 1 minute until the liquid reduces slightly.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and stir in 3 chopped green onions and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro for fresh flavor and color.
- Step 7: Serve immediately with steamed rice or as desired.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Paraty-Style Cachaça and Lime Shrimp Stir Fry take to make?
Total time is about 18 minutes (10 min prep + 8 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 Paraty-Style Cachaça and Lime Shrimp Stir Fry?
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 cachaça (paraty variety) from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Paraty-Style Cachaça and Lime Shrimp Stir Fry?
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 Paraty-Style Cachaça and Lime Shrimp Stir Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Paraty-Style Cachaça and Lime Shrimp Stir Fry?
Brazilian seafood 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.
