Sautéed Gulf Coast Shrimp with Garlic and White Wine
Succulent shrimp from the Texas Gulf Coast sautéed in garlic, butter, and white wine, finished with fresh parsley and lemon juice. This seafood-inspired seafood ready in about 18 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, unsalted butter, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 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
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 2 tbsp, freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 3 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter is melted and foaming.
- Step 2: Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp, seasoning with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes on one side until pink around edges.
- Step 4: Flip the shrimp and pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine, simmering for 2-3 minutes until the wine reduces slightly and the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
- Step 5: Stir in 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice and 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley. Toss to coat shrimp evenly and serve immediately with crusty bread or over rice.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Gulf Coast Shrimp with Garlic and White Wine take to make?
Total time is about 18 minutes (10 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 Gulf Coast Shrimp with Garlic and White Wine?
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 unsalted butter from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Gulf Coast Shrimp with Garlic and White Wine?
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 Gulf Coast Shrimp with Garlic and White Wine 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 Gulf Coast Shrimp with Garlic and White Wine?
Seafood 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.
