Portuguese-Style Shrimp Pil Pil with Garlic and Chili

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-23 · Updated 2026-06-23

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Spicy garlic shrimp sautéed in olive oil with fiery red chili flakes, inspired by the vibrant flavors of Braga, Portugal. This Portuguese-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, extra virgin olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Portuguese cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
6, thinly sliced garlic cloves
1 tsp red chili flakes
2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
Step 2: Add 6 thinly sliced garlic cloves to the oil and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and golden, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Step 3: Stir in 1 tsp red chili flakes and cook for 30 seconds to release their heat.
Step 4: Increase heat to medium-high and add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp, seasoning with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Step 5: Remove skillet from heat and stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and 1 tbsp lemon juice.
Step 6: Serve immediately with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful garlic-chili oil.