Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi Copycat
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Course
Main Course
Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi Copycat
Description
This shrimp scampi begins with seasoning shrimp before a quick sauté in olive oil until pink and tender. Garlic is then gently cooked, followed by deglazing the pan with white wine and lemon juice, reducing to concentrate the flavors. A blend of dried herbs infuses the sauce with a savory essence, while gradual incorporation of butter creates a smooth, rich finish.
The shrimp are returned to the sauce along with fresh parsley and topped with grated Parmesan cheese to add a subtle saltiness and creaminess. The dish showcases a balance of buttery richness, bright acidity, and aromatic herbs, ideal served immediately to maintain the shrimp’s texture.
This straightforward preparation highlights fresh shrimp with a glossy, flavorful sauce that pairs well with pasta, crusty bread, or rice for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined, medium
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 ½ cups white wine
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- ¼ teaspoon basil dried
- ¼ teaspoon oregano dried
- ¼ teaspoon rosemary dried
- ¼ teaspoon thyme dried
- ½ cup butter at room temperature, unsalted
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped fresh leaves
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
Instructions
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, until pink, about 2-3 minutes; set aside.
- Add garlic to the skillet, and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in white wine and lemon juice. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until reduced by half, about 4-5 minutes. Stir in basil, oregano, rosemary and thyme.
- Stir in butter, 2 tablespoons at a time, until melted and smooth.
- Sir in shrimp and parsley; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with Parmesan, if desired.