Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi
Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi is an effortless yet elegant dish, combining juicy shrimp with a rich, garlicky sauce for a memorable meal. This simple recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavors in minutes, perfect for busy evenings or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp 60 g unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- ¼ cup 60 ml dry white wine (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Prep Shrimp
- I rinse 1 lb shrimp under cold water, pat dry, and season with salt and pepper for even flavor in this simple recipe.
Sauté Garlic
- I melt 4 tbsp butter with 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. I add 4 minced garlic cloves and ¼ tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant for this easy seafood recipe.
Cook Shrimp
- I add shrimp in a single layer, cooking 2–3 minutes per side until opaque and pink. I avoid overcooking to keep this quick seafood dinner tender.
Finish Sauce
- I add 2 tbsp lemon juice and ¼ cup white wine (if using), stirring to combine. I sprinkle 2 tbsp parsley and adjust seasoning for this buttery shrimp dish.
Serve Immediately
- I serve Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi hot over pasta or with bread to soak up the sauce for a quick seafood dinner.
Notes
- Use room temperature shrimp for even cooking and better flavor absorption.
- Do not overcrowd the pan; cook shrimp in batches if necessary for proper searing.
- Use fresh garlic instead of pre-minced for the best aroma and taste.
- Maintain medium heat to gently cook garlic and shrimp without burning.
- Serve immediately as shrimp taste best fresh off the stove.
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