Sautéed Shrimp with Cilantro, Lime, and Chili Butter

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-29 · Updated 2026-07-29

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Quick sautéed shrimp tossed in a spicy chili butter sauce brightened with fresh lime and cilantro for a vibrant seafood dish. This Caribbean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 11 minutes, pairs large shrimp, unsalted butter, fresh garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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: 6 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
3 tbsp unsalted butter
3 cloves, minced fresh garlic
1/2 tsp red chili flakes
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until melted and beginning to foam.
Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp fresh lime juice and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, tossing to coat the shrimp in the chili lime butter sauce.
Step 5: Serve immediately over rice or with crusty bread.