Sautéed Garlic Shrimp and Spinach Rice Bowl
Quick and flavorful sautéed shrimp with garlic and fresh spinach served over fluffy jasmine rice for a wholesome meal. This asian fusion-inspired rice & grains ready in about 20 minutes pairs large, peeled and deveined shrimp, olive oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 5 minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
- 4 cups packed fresh spinach
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 cups cooked jasmine rice
- for serving fresh lemon wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 5 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp in a single layer, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper while cooking.
- Step 3: Add 4 cups packed fresh spinach to the skillet and stir for 2 minutes until wilted and coated with garlic oil.
- Step 4: Divide 4 cups cooked jasmine rice into 4 bowls, top evenly with the garlic shrimp and spinach mixture.
- Step 5: Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges to squeeze over the bowl for brightness.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Garlic Shrimp and Spinach Rice Bowl take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 and Spinach Rice Bowl?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Garlic Shrimp and Spinach Rice Bowl?
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 and Spinach Rice Bowl 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.
What goes well with Sautéed Garlic Shrimp and Spinach Rice Bowl?
Asian Fusion rice & grains 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.
