Description
Shrimp scampi is a quick and elegant dish that brings the flavors of the sea to your table. Juicy shrimp are sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, brightened with fresh lemon juice and white wine, then served over al dente pasta. This recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in, delivering a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to the coast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (like Sauvignon Blanc)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz spaghetti (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by mincing garlic, chopping parsley, and cleaning the shrimp.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, combine olive oil and half of the butter; allow it to melt.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Toss in shrimp and cook for about two minutes on each side until they turn pink.
- Pour in white wine and lemon juice; let simmer for three minutes until slightly reduced.
- Stir in the remaining butter and parsley; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately over cooked spaghetti or with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup shrimp scampi (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 220mg