Description
Shrimp Scampi is a delightful Italian-American dish that combines tender, succulent shrimp with a rich garlic butter sauce, brightened with fresh lemon juice and parsley. This quick and easy recipe transforms everyday ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal in under 30 minutes. Perfect for any occasion, serve it over pasta or alongside crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce. Each bite offers a burst of flavor, making it an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc)
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: peel and devein the shrimp, mince the garlic, and chop the parsley.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter with olive oil until bubbly.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and cook for approximately three minutes on each side until they turn pink.
- Pour in white wine and lemon juice; simmer for a few minutes to meld flavors.
- Sprinkle with parsley just before serving over pasta or with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg