Spicy Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Chili Flakes over Jasmine Rice
Quick and flavorful shrimp sautéed with garlic and red chili flakes, served atop fragrant jasmine rice for a satisfying meal. This asian fusion-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs peeled and deveined 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 350 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup, uncooked jasmine rice
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 1 tbsp chopped, for garnish fresh parsley
- 2 wedges, for serving lemon wedges
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Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rice with 1 1/4 cups water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
- Step 2: While the rice cooks, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 tsp red chili flakes, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 12 oz peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Step 4: Fluff the cooked jasmine rice with a fork and divide between 2 plates. Top each plate of rice with the spicy garlic shrimp. Garnish with 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and serve with 2 lemon wedges for squeezing over.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Chili Flakes over Jasmine Rice take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (5 min prep + 20 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 Spicy Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Chili Flakes over Jasmine 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 peeled and deveined shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Chili Flakes over Jasmine 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 Spicy Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Chili Flakes over Jasmine Rice for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Spicy Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Chili Flakes over Jasmine Rice?
Asian Fusion 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.
