Spicy Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Chili Flakes over Jasmine Rice

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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.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 Asian Fusion cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.

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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.

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