Spicy Sautéed Shrimp with Chili and Lime

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-30 · Updated 2026-04-30

Succulent shrimp quickly sautéed with chili flakes and fresh lime juice for a spicy, zesty seafood treat. This Latin American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 11 minutes, pairs large shrimp, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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
• 4 cloves, thinly sliced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp red chili flakes
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 tsp red chili flakes, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
2. 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.
3. Step 3: Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on the first side until edges turn pink and start to curl, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes until fully opaque and cooked through.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and immediately squeeze 2 tbsp fresh lime juice over the shrimp, tossing gently to combine.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro over the shrimp and serve warm.