Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Regional Chili Oil
Juicy shrimp quickly sautéed with garlic and finished with a drizzle of vibrant regional chili oil for a spicy, aromatic seafood dish. This seafood-inspired seafood ready in about 17 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, olive oil, garlic cloves, thinly sliced 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 5 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp regional chili oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until golden and fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Season with 3/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until the edges turn pink and opaque.
- Step 3: Flip the shrimp and cook an additional 2 minutes until fully opaque and slightly firm to the touch.
- Step 4: Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle 2 tbsp regional chili oil and 1 tbsp fresh lime juice over the shrimp, tossing gently to coat evenly.
- Step 5: Sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro leaves over the shrimp and serve immediately with steamed rice or crusty bread.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Regional Chili Oil 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 Regional Chili Oil?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Regional Chili Oil?
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 Regional Chili Oil 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 Regional Chili Oil?
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.
