Sautéed Garlic and Ginger Shrimp with Chili Imbibe Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-19 · Updated 2026-06-19

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Succulent shrimp quickly sautéed and imbibed with a vibrant garlic, ginger, and chili sauce that packs a flavorful punch. This Asian Fusion-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 17 minutes, pairs large shrimp, garlic cloves, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 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: 10 min Cook: 7 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp
5 cloves, minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger
1 tsp red chili flakes
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 stalks, sliced thin green onions
1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes until the edges start turning pink.
Step 2: Add 5 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger, and 1 teaspoon red chili flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant and the shrimp imbibe the aromatics.
Step 3: Pour in 3 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 tablespoon sesame oil, stirring well to coat the shrimp. Cook for another 2 minutes until the shrimp are fully cooked and the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 2 thinly sliced green onions and 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.