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Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi Recipe

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This Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi recipe features tender wild-caught large shrimp sautéed in a luscious garlic and butter sauce enhanced with white wine and fresh lemon juice. Perfectly cooked in a skillet, this dish is bursting with bold flavors of garlic, red pepper flakes, and fresh parsley. Serve it warm with crusty sourdough bread, pasta, or rice for a quick and elegant meal.

Ingredients

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Shrimp and Marinade

  • 1 pound wild caught large shrimp with shells
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (for marinating)
  • 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced (for marinating)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (for marinating)
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Cooking and Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (for cooking)
  • 4 cloves garlic, pressed or minced (total; half for marinating, half for sauce and cooking)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided (1/2 teaspoon for marinade, 1/2 teaspoon for finishing)
  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided (3 tablespoons for sauce, 1 tablespoon for finishing)
  • 1/3 cup white wine or chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from about 1/2 lemon)
  • 1 tablespoon minced parsley

Instructions

  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 them to a small bowl.
  2. Marinate the shrimp: Drizzle the shrimp with 2 tablespoons olive oil, half of the garlic, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and the red pepper flakes. Toss well to coat and let sit for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
  3. Cook the shrimp: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp mixture evenly spaced in the pan. Cook for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes, then flip the shrimp over as they start to become opaque. Cook for another minute, ensuring the shrimp turn golden without burning and the garlic stays fragrant. Transfer the shrimp to a bowl. If browned garlic bits develop, remove them to prevent bitterness.
  4. Make the sauce: Melt 3 tablespoons butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add the remaining garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the white wine and lemon juice, cooking for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and reduces by half, stirring occasionally.
  5. Finish the dish: Return the shrimp and any accumulated juices back to the skillet. Stir in the last tablespoon of butter and adjust salt to taste with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Sprinkle with minced parsley, stir gently, and cook for an additional minute. Serve warm with sourdough bread, over pasta, or with rice.

Notes

  • Use fresh shrimp when possible for the best flavor.
  • If you prefer less heat, reduce or omit the red pepper flakes.
  • Chicken stock is a suitable non-alcoholic substitute for white wine.
  • Sourdough bread or a crusty baguette is ideal for dipping into the garlic butter sauce.
  • To make this dish gluten-free, check that your chicken stock or wine is labeled gluten-free.
  • Serving immediately after cooking ensures the shrimp stay tender and the sauce remains rich.

Keywords: Shrimp Scampi, Garlic Butter Shrimp, Easy Shrimp Recipe, Quick Dinner, Seafood, Italian-American Cuisine

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