Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and White Wine Sauce
Juicy shrimp cooked quickly in a fragrant garlic and white wine sauce, perfect for a light and elegant seafood dinner. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 15 minutes pairs large shrimp, unsalted butter, olive oil 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 pound, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp unsalted butter and 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and foaming.
- Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes to the skillet, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp, seasoning with 3/4 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Sauté the shrimp for about 2 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Step 4: Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine and 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, stirring to deglaze the pan. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced and coats the shrimp.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and White Wine Sauce take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (5 min prep + 10 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 White Wine Sauce?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and White Wine Sauce?
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 White Wine Sauce 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 White Wine Sauce?
Mediterranean 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My family loved the shrimp. It's become a regular in our rotation for date nights.
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner! The garlic and wine sauce was delicious and not overpowering.
- ★★★★★
So simple and elegant. The sauce clung perfectly to the shrimp without being greasy.
