Chili Garlic Shrimp
Chili Garlic Shrimp is a quick and spicy seafood dish made with succulent shrimp sautéed in a bold chili-garlic sauce. Perfect for weeknights, dinner parties, or a fast and flavorful appetizer.
Equipment
- Skillet or Wok
- Mixing Bowl
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil or neutral cooking oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp chili garlic sauce like sambal oelek or homemade
- 1 tbsp soy sauce low sodium preferred
- 1 tsp honey or sugar optional, to balance heat
- lime wedges and chopped scallions for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix chili garlic sauce, soy sauce, and honey (if using). Set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Pour in the chili garlic sauce mixture and toss to coat. Cook for 1–2 more minutes until sauce slightly thickens.
- Remove from heat, garnish with scallions and a squeeze of lime. Serve hot over rice, noodles, or as is.
Notes
Control the spice level by adjusting the chili garlic sauce. This dish pairs beautifully with jasmine rice or stir-fried veggies.