Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Calamansi Soy Glaze
Quickly sautéed shrimp coated in a tangy and savory glaze of calamansi juice and soy sauce with fragrant garlic. This filipino-inspired seafood ready in about 17 minutes pairs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, garlic cloves, calamansi juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 200 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 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 5 cloves garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp calamansi juice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Mince 5 garlic cloves. In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp calamansi juice, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp brown sugar until sugar dissolves.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes on one side until pink and slightly opaque.
- Step 4: Flip the shrimp and pour the calamansi-soy mixture over them. Stir to coat and cook for another 2 minutes until the shrimp are fully cooked and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 5: Season with 1/4 tsp black pepper and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped green onions on top before serving immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Calamansi Soy Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 17 minutes (10 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 Shrimp with Garlic and Calamansi Soy Glaze?
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 from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Calamansi Soy Glaze?
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 Shrimp with Garlic and Calamansi Soy Glaze 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 Shrimp with Garlic and Calamansi Soy Glaze?
Filipino 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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