Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Chili and Lime

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A fast and flavorful stir-fry featuring plump shrimp cooked with garlic, fresh chili, and bright lime for a tantalizing bite. This thai-inspired instant pot (gluten free) ready in about 17 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, vegetable oil, thinly sliced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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.

★ 4.3 (10 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 7 min Serves 4 Thai cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 small thinly sliced fresh red chili, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp fish sauce and 1 tsp brown sugar, cooking for 1 minute to combine and caramelize slightly.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and toss with 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and 2 sliced green onions. Serve immediately with steamed rice.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Chili and Lime take to make?

Total time is about 17 minutes (10 min prep + 7 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 Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Chili and Lime?

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 vegetable oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Chili and Lime?

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 Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Chili and Lime 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 Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Shrimp with Chili and Lime gluten free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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