shrimp scampi
A classic and simple shrimp scampi recipe with garlic, butter, white wine, and lemon. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 0.25 cup butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 0.5 cup dry white wine
- 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.
- Pour in the white wine and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Stir in the chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately over pasta or with crusty bread.
Notes
This shrimp scampi is delicious served over linguine or spaghetti. You can also add a splash of heavy cream for a richer sauce.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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