Shrimp in Garlic Sauce
Juicy shrimp simmered in a rich garlic, tomato, and onion sauce with a bright squeeze of lime. Ready in about 20 minutes, this is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 24g

Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 medium tomato, diced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 whole lime, juiced
Instructions
- 1
Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add 1 sliced onion and 6 minced garlic cloves; cook until soft and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
- 2
Add 2 diced tomatoes and cook until they break down into a sauce, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- 3
Add 1 lb shrimp in a single layer. Cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side. Squeeze 1 lime juice over the top and stir.
- 4
Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot with rice or crusty bread.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring spoons
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