Description
Delectable garlic butter shrimp scampi recipe offers a Mediterranean coastal charm with zesty lemon and herb-infused flavors. Succulent shrimp nestle in silky butter sauce, promising a quick, elegant dinner that transports diners straight to Italian seaside restaurants.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsps unsalted butter
- 3 tbsps olive oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz linguine or pasta of choice
Instructions
- Prepare pasta according to package directions, then drain and reserve.
- Warm olive oil and butter in a spacious skillet over medium heat until butter melts and becomes slightly foamy.
- Introduce minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing quickly for 30 seconds to release aromatic flavors without burning.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper, and cook approximately 1-2 minutes per side until they transform into a vibrant pink color and develop a slight golden edge.
- Deglaze the pan by pouring white wine and fresh lemon juice, allowing the liquid to simmer and reduce for about 2 minutes, which concentrates the flavor and creates a light sauce.
- Incorporate remaining butter and freshly chopped parsley, gently tossing the shrimp to ensure every piece is elegantly coated with the rich, herbaceous sauce.
- Present the shrimp scampi atop prepared pasta or alongside crusty bread, optionally sprinkling with grated Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of savory complexity.
Notes
- Prevent overcooking shrimp by watching for the pink color and slight curl, which indicates they’re perfectly done.
- Select fresh, deveined shrimp for quicker preparation and cleaner presentation.
- Swap white wine with chicken broth for a non-alcoholic version that maintains rich flavor complexity.
- Use gluten-free pasta or zucchini noodles to make this dish suitable for different dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 315 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 195 mg