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Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi Recipe

Because this shrimp scampi comes together in just a few minutes, it's important to have all of your ingredients ready to go before you start cooking. Serve over pasta, white rice, or zucchini noodles, or serve on its own with chunks of hearty sourdough bread for dipping.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Additional Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 352 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: French

Ingredients

  • 1 pound wild caught large shrimp with shells
  • 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil , divided
  • 4 cloves garlic , pressed or minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • ⅓ cup white wine or chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice , or ½ lemon
  • 1 tablespoon minced parsley

Instructions

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  1. Prep the shrimp: Thaw the shrimp in cool water and remove the shells then devein the shrimp. Discard the shells, rinse and drain the shrimp then transfer to a small bowl.
  2. Marinate the shrimp: Drizzle the shrimp 2 tablespoons olive oil, half of the garlic, ½ teaspoon kosher salt and the red pepper flakes. Toss to coat and set let sit for 20 minutes for flavors to build.
  3. Cook the shrimp: In a large skillet, warm 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and garlic mixture to the skillet, spacing evenly in the pan. Cook for 1 to 1 ½ minutes then flip the shrimps over when they begin to become opaque. Cook for 1 more minute or so, watching so the shrimp turn golden but don't brown too much and the garlic doesn't burn. Transfer the shrimp to a small bowl or plate. If you have browned bits of garlic, move the skillet from the heat and remove the browned garlic as it will be bitter.
  4. Make the sauce: Melt 3 tablespoons of the butter in the skillet over medium heat and add the remaining garlic. Cook for 30 seconds or until fragrant then stir in the white wine and lemon juice. Cook for 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens and reduces by half, stirring occasionally.
  5. Finish the dish: Add the shrimp with any juices back to the pan and stir in the last tablespoon of butter and ½ teaspoon kosher salt or to taste. Sprinkle with the minced parsley, stir, and cook for 1 more minute. Serve warm with sourdough bread for dipping, or over pasta or rice.

Nutrition Information

Calories 352kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 24g (48%) Fat 27g (42%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Cholesterol 316mg (105%) Sodium 1597mg (67%) Potassium 124mg (4%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 508IU (10%) Vitamin C 10mg (11%) Calcium 173mg (17%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 352

% Daily Value*

Calories 352kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 24g 48%
Fat 27g 42%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 316mg 105%
Sodium 1597mg 67%
Potassium 124mg 3%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 508IU 10%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 173mg 17%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.