Description
Mediterranean flavors dance through this Shrimp Scampi, blending garlic, white wine, and tender prawns in a zesty pasta embrace. Succulent shrimp nestled over linguine will transport you to coastal Italian kitchens with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) wild caught large shrimp with shells
Seasoning and Aromatics:
- 4 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon minced parsley
Liquid and Fat Components:
- 4 tablespoons (60 milliliters) extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 4 tablespoons (56 grams) butter
- 1/3 cup (80 milliliters) white wine or chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) fresh lemon juice, or 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- Defrost shrimp gently under cool running water, then carefully remove shells and devein, ensuring clean and pristine seafood for cooking.
- Rinse shrimp and thoroughly pat dry. Combine shrimp with half the garlic, olive oil, kosher salt, and red pepper flakes in a bowl. Allow mixture to marinate for 20 minutes, enabling flavors to infuse.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium temperature. Carefully place marinated shrimp in pan, spreading evenly. Cook for 1-1.5 minutes until shrimp turn opaque, flipping once to achieve golden color without browning garlic.
- Transfer cooked shrimp to a separate plate. Remove any overly browned garlic pieces from skillet to prevent bitter undertones.
- Melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add remaining garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in white wine and fresh lemon juice, simmering for 5 minutes until sauce reduces by half and thickens.
- Reintroduce shrimp and accumulated juices to the sauce. Incorporate final butter tablespoon, adjusting salt seasoning. Sprinkle minced parsley and stir, allowing ingredients to meld for an additional minute.
- Plate shrimp scampi alongside warm sourdough bread, pasta, or rice. Drizzle remaining sauce over the dish and serve immediately for maximum flavor and texture enjoyment.
Notes
- Choose fresh, wild-caught shrimp for the most authentic and flavorful scampi experience.
- Avoid overcooking shrimp by watching closely and removing from heat the moment they turn opaque and slightly curled.
- Let shrimp sit in olive oil, garlic, and seasonings to enhance their natural sweetness and absorb more flavor.
- Swap traditional bread with gluten-free alternatives like cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles for a lighter, celiac-friendly version.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg