Shrimp Scampi: A Quick and Flavorful Delight
Indulge in this easy shrimp scampi recipe, featuring succulent shrimp in a buttery garlic sauce—perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound Fresh Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather and chop garlic and parsley while the shrimp waits.
- 2. Heat It Up: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil until shimmering. Then add butter and let it melt.
- 3. Sauté Garlic: Add minced garlic to the melted butter. Sauté for about 1 minute until golden, being careful not to burn it.
- 4. Cook Shrimp: Add shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- 5. Add Lemon Juice: Remove from heat and drizzle in fresh lemon juice, stirring gently to coat the shrimp.
- 6. Serve It Up: Plate your shrimp scampi over pasta or with crusty bread. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes for some heat. - Leftover shrimp scampi can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.