Shrimp Scampi
Tender shrimp sautéed in garlic, white wine, and butter with a squeeze of fresh lemon. A classic Italian seafood dish ready in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 312
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- 1
Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- 2
Mince garlic and zest lemon. Have wine and lemon juice measured and ready.
- 3
Heat 2 tbsp butter in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until foaming.
- 4
Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 1-2 minutes per side until pink. Transfer to a plate.
- 5
In the same skillet, melt remaining 2 tbsp butter over medium heat.
- 6
Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 7
Pour in white wine and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer 2 minutes.
- 8
Return shrimp to skillet and toss to coat. Cook 1 minute until heated through.
- 9
Taste and adjust seasoning. Stir in fresh parsley and lemon zest.
- 10
Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- wooden spoon
- paper towels
- microplane zester
- measuring spoons
- measuring cup
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