Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Lemon and Chili Flakes

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A quick and flavorful shrimp dish featuring garlic, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of chili heat, perfect for a fast weeknight dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired no-cook recipe, ready in about 13 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, extra virgin olive oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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: 5 min Cook: 8 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
  2. Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp red chili flakes to the skillet, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 lb large shrimp, seasoned with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque with slightly crisp edges.
  4. Step 4: Remove the skillet from heat and immediately stir in 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, tossing to coat the shrimp.
  5. Step 5: Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice to soak up the flavorful sauce.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Lemon and Chili Flakes take to make?

Total time is about 13 minutes (5 min prep + 8 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 with Lemon and Chili Flakes?

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 extra virgin olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Lemon and Chili Flakes?

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 with Lemon and Chili Flakes 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 with Lemon and Chili Flakes?

Mediterranean no cook 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.

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