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Shrimp Scampi

Easy Shrimp Scampi with Garlic Butter Bliss in 35 Minutes

This Easy Shrimp Scampi showcases shrimp in a glistening garlic butter sauce, ready in just 35 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 352
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Wild Caught Large Shrimp Always peel and devein for optimal texture.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Divided; feel free to substitute with avocado oil.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Pressed or minced; fresh garlic is key.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to suit your dietary needs.
  • ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Modify or omit depending on spice preference.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Consider using unsalted butter to control saltiness.
  • ⅓ cup White Wine or Chicken Stock Substitute with a mix of broth and water if avoiding wine.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Brightens the dish beautifully; use fresh when possible.
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Parsley Adds freshness and color to garnish.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • large bowl
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • spatula

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Thaw the shrimp in cool water for about 15 minutes, peel and devein, then pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a bowl, combine shrimp with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, half the garlic, salt, and red pepper flakes. Marinate for 20 minutes.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add remaining olive oil, and cook shrimp for 1 to 1.5 minutes on each side. Remove and keep warm.
  4. In the same skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter, add remaining garlic and sauté for about 1 minute. Pour in wine (or stock) and lemon juice, and let simmer until reduced by half.
  5. Return shrimp to the skillet, stir to coat in sauce, add remaining butter, and heat through for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  6. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 352kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 32gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Shrimp should only take 2-3 minutes to cook; always pat them dry before cooking for a sear instead of steaming.

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