Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Spicy Chili Oil

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Tender shrimp cooked in fragrant garlic and vibrant chili oil, delivering a perfect balance of heat and flavor for a quick seafood delight. This asian fusion-inspired seafood ready in about 12 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, garlic cloves, minced, chili oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, 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: 7 min Serves 2 Asian Fusion cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 12 ounces peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  3. Step 3: Drizzle 2 tablespoons chili oil and 1 tablespoon soy sauce over the shrimp. Stir well and cook for an additional 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the shrimp.
  4. Step 4: Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, then sprinkle 2 sliced green onion stalks over the top before serving hot.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Spicy Chili Oil take to make?

Total time is about 12 minutes (5 min prep + 7 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 Spicy Chili Oil?

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 garlic cloves, minced from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Spicy Chili Oil?

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 Spicy Chili Oil for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Spicy Chili Oil?

Asian Fusion seafood 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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