Seared Ginger-Garlic Shrimp with Cilantro Lime Rice
Succulent shrimp pan-seared with fresh ginger and garlic, served over fluffy cilantro lime rice for a bright, flavorful seafood dish. This latin american-inspired seafood (gluten free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, finely grated fresh ginger, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 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
- 1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse 1 cup long grain white rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rice with 2 cups water and 1/2 tsp salt in a medium pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Step 2: While rice cooks, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet, sprinkle with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque with slight sear.
- Step 4: Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro and 2 tbsp lime juice. Serve the seared shrimp on a bed of the cilantro lime rice immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Seared Ginger-Garlic Shrimp with Cilantro Lime Rice take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 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 Seared Ginger-Garlic Shrimp with Cilantro Lime Rice?
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 finely grated fresh ginger from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Seared Ginger-Garlic Shrimp with Cilantro Lime Rice?
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 Seared Ginger-Garlic Shrimp with Cilantro Lime Rice 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.
Is Seared Ginger-Garlic Shrimp with Cilantro Lime Rice gluten free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
