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Shrimp Scampi

Quick and Easy Shrimp Scampi in Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce

This delightful shrimp scampi combines garlic, butter, and lemon for a quick and savory dish that’s perfect for dinner.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marination Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Wild Caught Large Shrimp Fresh or thawed for optimal tenderness
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Reduce quantity if using table salt
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 3 tablespoons Butter Use plant-based butter for a lighter version
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used in a pinch
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to spice preference
  • 1/2 cup White Wine Chicken broth can be used as a non-alcoholic option
To Finish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Always opt for freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons Minced Parsley Substitute with basil or omit if desired

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Directions
  1. Thaw the wild-caught large shrimp in a bowl of cool water for about 10–15 minutes. Peel and devein the shrimp, rinsing under cold water.
  2. In a mixing bowl, add the shrimp, drizzle with olive oil, half of the minced garlic, kosher salt, and red pepper flakes. Toss to coat and marinate for 20 minutes.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the remaining olive oil and arrange the marinated shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 1–1.5 minutes on each side until opaque and pink, then set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, melt butter, add remaining minced garlic, and sauté for 30 seconds.
  5. Pour in white wine and fresh lemon juice. Simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Return the shrimp to the skillet, stir to coat in the sauce, sauté for additional 1–2 minutes, and garnish with minced parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 34gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This shrimp scampi pairs wonderfully with pasta or zucchini noodles and a fresh garden salad.

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