4.9 from 126 votes
Classic Shrimp Scampi
Classic Shrimp Scampi combines tender shrimp sautéed in a buttery garlic sauce infused with dry white wine, red pepper flakes, and fresh parsley. The shrimp cook just until opaque, maintaining a juicy texture complemented by a bright squeeze of lemon. The sauce’s balance of richness from butter and brightness from lemon and wine makes this dish flavorful without heaviness. This scampi works well as a main served over pasta or rice or simply on its own as a flavorful seafood dish.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings:
4
servings
Calories:
292 kcal
Course:
Dinner
Cuisine:
Italian, American
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic minced, cloves
- ½ cup white wine dry
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 ½ pounds Shrimp peeled and deveined, large or jumbo
- ½ lemon
- 2 tablespoons parsley finely chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Make the sauce. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter with the oil. Add the garlic and saute for 30 seconds. Add the wine, salt, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer, then reduce by half (about 2 to 3 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Saute the shrimp. Add the shrimp to the skillet and saute for about 3 minutes, until just cooked through.
- Garnish. Squeeze the lemon juice on top and toss with the parsley.
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Notes
- Substitute dry white wine with chicken broth for an alcohol-free version without losing flavor.
- Try fresh herbs other than parsley, such as cilantro, tarragon, dill, or chives to change the flavor profile subtly.
Nutrition Information
Calories
292kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
5g
(2%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Trans Fat
0.4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
237mg
(79%)
Sodium
1617mg
(67%)
Potassium
260mg
(6%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
777IU
(16%)
Vitamin C
11mg
(12%)
Calcium
110mg
(11%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 292
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 292kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 237mg | 79% |
| Sodium | 1617mg | 67% |
| Potassium | 260mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 777IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 110mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.