Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Shrimp Scampi, where succulent shrimp are enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce, brightened with zesty lemon. This quick-to-prepare dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it over pasta or alongside crusty bread to savor every drop of the delectable sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, deveined and peeled
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust for spice preference)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by peeling and deveining the shrimp and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and olive oil together until bubbly.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about one minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Add shrimp to the pan and cook for approximately 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink.
- Stir in lemon juice and red pepper flakes, mixing well to coat the shrimp evenly.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with parsley, and serve immediately over pasta or with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 240mg