Chile Shrimp

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this fiery and flavorful Chile Shrimp recipe—perfect for seafood lovers who crave bold, spicy flavors. Featuring succulent shrimp, sautéed to perfection in a blend of smoky paprika, chipotle chili powder, and red chili flakes, this dish packs just the right amount of heat. A savory-sweet glaze of soy sauce, lime juice, and honey adds depth, while fresh cilantro provides a burst of freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy shrimp recipe is ideal for busy nights or entertaining guests. Serve it over rice, alongside roasted veggies, or with warm tortillas for a crowd-pleasing meal that’s as versatile as it is delicious! Keywords: spicy shrimp, chile shrimp, quick shrimp recipe, chili lime shrimp, easy weeknight dinner.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 10 min
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.

2. In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, chipotle chili powder, and red chili flakes. Set aside.

3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

4. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

5. Sprinkle the chili mixture over the garlic in the skillet and cook for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.

6. Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink and slightly opaque.

7. Flip the shrimp and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side.

8. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lime juice, and honey. Pour the mixture into the skillet and toss to coat the shrimp evenly. Let the sauce reduce slightly, about 1 minute.

9. Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the shrimp.

10. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (150.0g)

Calories		201
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		7.2 g	9%
	Saturated Fat	1.2 g	6%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		214 mg	71%
Sodium		514 mg	22%
Total Carbohydrate		7.5 g	3%
	Dietary Fiber	0.6 g	2%
	Total Sugars	4.7 g
Protein		27.9 g	56%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		89 mg	7%
Iron		0.8 mg	4%
Potassium		365 mg	8%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 261 cal (31.6%%)

Protein: 447 cal (53.9%%)

Carbs: 120 cal (14.5%%)