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Chili Garlic Shrimp on a white plate.
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4.70 from 13 votes

Chili Garlic Shrimp

Chili Garlic Shrimp is easy to make in minutes and brings big, bold flavors you'll love. Spoon it generously over rice or noodles for the ultimate quick weeknight dinner!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Main Entree
Cuisine: Asian
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 170kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp
  • 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese cooking wine
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • green onions, chopped

Instructions

  • Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tail intact. Wash under cold water and drain very well.
  • In a bowl, combine chili garlic sauce, soy sauce, wine, sesame oil, sugar, and pepper. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Set aside.
  • In a skillet over high heat, heat canola oil. Add shrimp and cook, stirring regularly, for about 2 to 3 minutes or just until the color changes to pink.
  • Add chili garlic sauce mixture and continue to cook for another 2 to 3 minutes or until sauce is reduced, stirring regularly to coat shrimps with sauce. 
  • Remove from pan and garnish with green onions. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 285mg | Sodium: 1592mg | Potassium: 109mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 4.6mg | Calcium: 164mg | Iron: 2.6mg