Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Chili Stir-Fry
Succulent shrimp quickly stir-fried with garlic, fresh chili, and a splash of soy sauce for a simple yet flavorful dish. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 13 minutes pairs peeled and deveined raw shrimp, vegetable oil, thinly sliced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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 raw shrimp
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 1 medium, thinly sliced fresh red chili
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2, chopped green onions
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 medium thinly sliced fresh red chili, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined raw shrimp to the wok, spreading them out in a single layer. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Step 4: Pour in 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp fresh lime juice, tossing the shrimp to coat evenly. Cook for another minute until the sauce slightly thickens.
- Step 5: Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then stir in 2 chopped green onions. Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Chili Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 13 minutes (5 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 Shrimp with Garlic and Chili Stir-Fry?
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 vegetable oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Chili Stir-Fry?
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 Chili Stir-Fry 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 Chili Stir-Fry?
Asian 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.
