Description
Garlic butter shrimp scampi dances with Mediterranean flavors, whisking home cooks into a culinary paradise. Rich buttery notes and zesty garlic embrace succulent shrimp, promising a restaurant-quality meal you can savor in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
Pasta (Optional):
- 8 ounces (226 grams) linguine or spaghetti
Complementary Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare pasta according to package directions if serving alongside the dish, then drain and reserve.
- Warm olive oil and butter in a spacious skillet over medium heat until butter melts and becomes slightly frothy.
- Introduce minced garlic and red pepper flakes, gently sautéing for roughly 30 seconds to release aromatic flavors without browning.
- Carefully add shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper, and cook approximately 2 minutes per side until they transform into a vibrant pink hue and curl slightly.
- Transfer cooked shrimp to a separate plate, maintaining their tender texture.
- Deglaze the pan by pouring white wine or broth with fresh lemon juice, allowing the liquid to simmer and reduce for 2-3 minutes while scraping any flavorful browned bits from the bottom.
- Incorporate remaining butter into the sauce, creating a rich and glossy consistency.
- Return shrimp to the skillet, gently coating them in the luxurious sauce.
- If using pasta, fold it into the shrimp mixture, ensuring even distribution of flavors.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley across the dish for a fresh, bright finish.
- Plate immediately, garnishing with grated Parmesan cheese and additional lemon wedges for a zesty touch.
Notes
- Choose fresh, large shrimp for the best texture and flavor in your scampi.
- Pat shrimp dry before cooking to ensure they sear perfectly and develop a delicious golden color.
- Use a heavy-bottomed skillet to distribute heat evenly and prevent burning garlic.
- Swap regular pasta with zucchini noodles or gluten-free pasta alternatives.
- Replace pasta entirely with cauliflower rice or serve shrimp over a bed of mixed greens.
- Control spice levels by adjusting red pepper flakes to suit personal taste preferences.
- Add cooked chicken or tofu alongside shrimp for a more substantial meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 295 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 195 mg