Spiced Portuguese-Style Shrimp with Garlic and Piri Piri
Succulent shrimp sautéed with garlic and fiery piri piri spices, capturing the bold flavors of Portuguese coastal cooking. This portuguese-inspired seafood (gluten free) ready in about 13 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, olive oil, thinly sliced garlic cloves 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
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 5 cloves, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp piri piri chili flakes
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet along with 1 tsp piri piri chili flakes, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn opaque and pink.
- Step 3: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Toss everything to coat the shrimp evenly with the sauce.
- Step 4: Serve immediately with crusty bread or over steamed rice to soak up the spicy garlic-infused oil.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Portuguese-Style Shrimp with Garlic and Piri Piri 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 Spiced Portuguese-Style Shrimp with Garlic and Piri Piri?
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 Spiced Portuguese-Style Shrimp with Garlic and Piri Piri?
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 Spiced Portuguese-Style Shrimp with Garlic and Piri Piri 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 Spiced Portuguese-Style Shrimp with Garlic and Piri Piri 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.
