Asian Chili Garlic Shrimp (Paleo, Whole30)

Asian Chili Garlic Shrimp (Paleo, Whole30)

Quick & flavorful Asian chili garlic shrimp recipe! Easy pan fried shrimp are coated in a lightly sweetened savory chili sauce, and comes together in just 15 minutes.

Prep Time2

Cook Time13

Total Time15

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Asian, Thai

Keyword: easy pan fried shrimp, paleo shrimp cocktail, pan fry shrimp recipe, shrimp in garlic chili sauce, whole30 shrimp

Servings: servings

Calories: 208kcal

Ingredients

1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
1 tbsp avocado oil or your favorite cooking oil
1 tsp sesame oil
4 garlic cloves minced
1 inch ginger grated
1 tsp chili flakes
Green onions & sesame seeds for garnish

Sauce

1/2 cup water
1 Medjool date or 1 tbsp coconut sugar
2 tbsp sriracha sauce
3 tbsp coconut aminos

Instructions

Make the sauce first by blending all the ingredients together until smooth. If using coconut sugar, you can just whisk together instead of blending. Set aside.
Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
Pat dry the shrimp, then add to the heated skillet in a single layer. Pan fry for 1 minute per side, then remove from the skillet. Set aside.
Add sesame oil to the same skillet, then add garlic, ginger, and chili flakes. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the sauce, then simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
Add the shrimp back into the skillet. Toss to coat in the sauce, then cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through. Serve warm.

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