Sautéed Garlic-Ginger Shrimp with Chili-Lime Butter

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Tender shrimp sautéed with fresh garlic and ginger, finished in a zesty chili-lime butter that delivers a perfect balance of heat and tang. This Asian Fusion-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 14 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, kosher salt, black pepper 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: 8 min Cook: 6 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Season 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper evenly.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until melted and foaming, then add the shrimp in a single layer. Sauté for 2 minutes without moving until edges turn pink and edges start to crisp.
  3. Step 3: Flip the shrimp and add 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes. Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are opaque and garlic and ginger are fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Remove the skillet from heat, then stir in 1 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tsp lime zest, and remaining 1 tbsp unsalted butter to melt into a glossy chili-lime butter sauce.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro over the shrimp if using, and serve immediately with steamed rice or crusty bread.

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