Description
Succulent shrimp scampi dances with garlic and white wine, creating a Mediterranean-inspired feast in mere minutes. Lemon-kissed pasta and plump shrimp promise a restaurant-quality meal you can effortlessly craft at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound extra-large shrimp (26–30 per pound), thawed and peeled (tails optional)
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Fats and Acids:
- 1/2 cup butter (1 stick), divided
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Thaw frozen shrimp under cool running water in a colander, then thoroughly pat dry with paper towels to prevent excess moisture during cooking.
- Place half the butter in a skillet and melt over medium heat, carefully monitoring to prevent browning.
- Arrange shrimp in a single layer and cook for approximately 1 minute per side until they transform into a pink, translucent color, being cautious not to overcook.
- Introduce minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, stirring for about 30 seconds until the kitchen fills with an aromatic fragrance.
- Incorporate remaining butter, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and chopped parsley into the skillet, gently stirring until butter melts completely.
- Season with salt and pepper, then immediately remove the skillet from heat to prevent further cooking of the shrimp.
- Transfer the shrimp scampi to a serving plate, ensuring an even distribution of the buttery, herbaceous sauce over the seafood.
Notes
- Choose fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor and texture, ensuring they’re firm and have a clean, mild ocean scent.
- Pat shrimp completely dry before cooking to achieve a perfect golden sear and prevent steaming instead of browning.
- Control heat carefully when cooking shrimp to avoid rubbery texture, watching for the pink color change and slight opacity as signs of doneness.
- Customize the dish by adjusting spice levels with red pepper flakes or adding extra herbs like basil or thyme for varied flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg