Sautéed Garlic Ginseng Shrimp

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-08 · Updated 2026-08-08

Succulent shrimp pan-seared with fresh garlic and infused with the subtle earthy flavor of ginseng for an energizing seafood dish. This Korean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 16 minutes, pairs large shrimp, fresh ginseng root, 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 3, 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

• 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 1 tsp, finely grated fresh ginseng root
• 5, thinly sliced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped scallions

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Melt 3 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until foaming. Add 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 tsp finely grated fresh ginseng root, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until aromatic but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes on one side until pink along the edges.
3. Step 3: Flip the shrimp and drizzle with 1 tbsp soy sauce and sprinkle 1 tsp lemon zest and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped scallions. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.