Garlic Shrimp Scampi
Garlic Shrimp Scampi is a mouthwatering dish that elevates any meal with its rich flavors and enticing aroma. Featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in a luscious garlic butter sauce, complemented by white wine and fresh herbs, this recipe takes just 20 minutes to prepare. Perfect for romantic dinners or casual gatherings, Garlic Shrimp Scampi offers an elegant yet effortless dining experience that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (like Sauvignon Blanc)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. If necessary, peel and devein the shrimp. Mince the garlic and chop the parsley.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, combine olive oil and half of the butter until melted.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet; cook for about two minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Pour in white wine and lemon juice; let simmer briefly while scraping the skillet's bottom.
- Stir in remaining butter until melted, then sprinkle with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 220mg