Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic, White Wine, and Fresh Herbs
Succulent shrimp sautéed with garlic and white wine, infused with fresh herbs for a bright, elegant seafood dish. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 13 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, olive oil, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 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 large shrimp
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 5 cloves, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 1/3 cup dry white wine
- 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat until butter melts and begins to foam.
- Step 2: Add 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional) to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp in a single layer, season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, and cook for 2 minutes without stirring until the shrimp start to turn pink on one side.
- Step 4: Flip the shrimp and pour in 1/3 cup dry white wine, stirring gently to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are opaque and the sauce reduces slightly.
- Step 5: Remove skillet from heat, stir in 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice.
- Step 6: Serve immediately with crusty bread or over cooked rice to soak up the flavorful sauce.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic, White Wine, and Fresh Herbs 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, White Wine, and Fresh Herbs?
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, White Wine, and Fresh Herbs?
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, White Wine, and Fresh Herbs 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, White Wine, and Fresh Herbs?
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.
