Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Calamansi Citrus Butter

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-14 · Updated 2026-06-14

Tender shrimp sautéed in garlic and finished with a bright calamansi-infused butter sauce for a vibrant seafood dish. This Filipino-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 13 minutes, pairs large shrimp, unsalted butter, garlic cloves 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 5, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp calamansi juice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 5 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
3. Step 3: Remove shrimp from heat, stir in 2 tbsp calamansi juice and 1 tbsp unsalted butter, swirling until the butter melts and coats the shrimp.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the top and serve immediately with steamed rice or crusty bread.