Sautéed Harlingen Shrimp with Garlic and Citrus Butter
Fresh shrimp pan-sautéed with garlic and a bright citrus butter sauce inspired by coastal Texas flavors, perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner. This latin american-inspired seafood ready in about 18 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, unsalted butter, garlic cloves, minced 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 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 pound large shrimp, seasoned with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and sauté for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque with lightly golden edges.
- Step 2: Reduce heat to medium, add 3 tablespoons unsalted butter and 4 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, stirring constantly for 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice, cooking for another 1 minute until the sauce slightly thickens and coats the shrimp.
- Step 4: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, and toss gently to combine before serving immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Harlingen Shrimp with Garlic and Citrus Butter 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 Harlingen Shrimp with Garlic and Citrus Butter?
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 Harlingen Shrimp with Garlic and Citrus Butter?
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 Harlingen Shrimp with Garlic and Citrus Butter 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 Harlingen Shrimp with Garlic and Citrus Butter?
Latin American 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.
