Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Chili and Lime Over Jasmine Rice
Juicy shrimp sautéed with garlic, red chili flakes, and fresh lime juice, served over fluffy jasmine rice for a zesty, quick seafood dinner. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs peeled and deveined raw shrimp, jasmine rice, water for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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
- 12 oz, peeled and deveined raw shrimp
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
- 3/4 tsp, divided salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rice with 1 1/4 cups water and 1/4 tsp salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Step 2: While rice cooks, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 12 oz peeled shrimp, season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Step 4: Remove skillet from heat and immediately stir in 2 tbsp fresh lime juice and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro for a bright finish.
- Step 5: Fluff the cooked jasmine rice with a fork, divide onto plates, and top with the garlic chili shrimp. Serve hot.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Chili and Lime Over Jasmine Rice take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (5 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 Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Chili and Lime Over Jasmine 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 jasmine rice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Chili and Lime Over Jasmine 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 Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Chili and Lime Over Jasmine Rice 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 Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Chili and Lime Over Jasmine Rice?
Asian 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.
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