Easy Shrimp Scampi Recipe
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Marinating Time
15 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
2725 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Easy Shrimp Scampi Recipe
Description
This straightforward shrimp scampi recipe highlights juicy jumbo shrimp seasoned and marinated briefly with garlic and olive oil before pan-searing. The quick high-heat cooking leaves the shrimp tender and slightly pink, as they finish cooking in the sauce. The sauce is prepared in the same skillet, combining sautéed garlic and red pepper flakes with white wine and lemon juice, simmered to reduce then enriched with melted butter.
The addition of lemon zest, juice, and fresh parsley brings brightness to the rich buttery sauce, complementing the shrimp's natural sweetness. The dish pairs excellently with long, thin pastas such as angel hair or linguine, where its light sauce clings nicely. Adding pasta cooks quickly while shrimp are searing, so timing is key to serving everything warm together.
For best results, prepare all accompaniments beforehand since shrimp cook rapidly. Doubling the sauce can provide ample coverage for pasta if serving that way. Using quality Mediterranean olive oil enhances the flavor throughout the cooking process. Serve promptly to enjoy the shrimp's fresh tender texture and garlic butter sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp 21 to 30 per pound), peeled and deveined, jumbo
- kosher salt
- 5 garlic minced, cloves
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes or more to your liking
- 3 to 4 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 1/4 cup dry white wine or broth
- 1/2 lemon zested and juiced
- 1/4 cup parsley chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp. Pat the shrimp dry and put them in a mixing bowl. Add a pinch of kosher salt, half the garlic, and 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil. Toss to combine. Set aside for 20 minutes or refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Sear the shrimp. In a large cast iron skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat. When the oil starts to shimmer, add the marinated shrimp mixture. Cook the shrimp for about 1 to 1 1/2 minutes on each side or until it begins to turn pink. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the shrimp to a plate. Don’t worry if some of the shrimp is still a little grey, they will fully cook through in the sauce.
- Make the sauce. To the skillet, add the remaining garlic and red pepper flakes and cook briefly, just until fragrant. Add the wine and lemon juice and bring to a simmer. Cook until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Add the butter and cook until melted, swirling the pan to combine the sauce.
- Combine the shrimp and sauce. Return the shrimp to the pan and stir to coat them in the sauce until they are cooked through. Remove the pan from heat and add parsley, lemon zest, and more red pepper flakes, if you like. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Marinate shrimp with garlic and olive oil for 20 minutes or refrigerate up to 1 hour before cooking.
- Have side dishes or pasta ready ahead since shrimp cook quickly.
- Use long thin pasta like angel hair or linguine to complement the light sauce.
- Consider doubling the sauce if serving with pasta for better coating.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 2725 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 272.5kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 4.3g | 1% |
| Protein | 16.1g | 32% |
| Fat | 20.3g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6g | 9% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 0.4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 165.5mg | 55% |
| Sodium | 651.1mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 200.7mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.7g | 3% |
| Sugar | 0.6g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 859.8IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 13.3mg | 15% |
| Calcium | 81.5mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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