Classic Shrimp Scampi Recipe

Name: Classic Shrimp Scampi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup dry white wine or broth; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste; ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 3/4 pounds large or extra-large shrimp, shelled; ⅓ cup chopped parsley; Freshly squeezed juice of half a lemon; Cooked pasta or crusty bread

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine or broth
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
1 3/4 pounds large or extra-large shrimp, shelled
⅓ cup chopped parsley
Freshly squeezed juice of half a lemon
Cooked pasta or crusty bread

1
In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil.
2
Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3
Add wine or broth, salt, red pepper flakes and plenty of black pepper and bring to a simmer.
4
Let wine reduce by half, about 2 minutes.
5
Add shrimp and saute until they just turn pink, 2 to 4 minutes depending upon their size.
6
Stir in the parsley and lemon juice and serve over pasta or accompanied by crusty bread.

471

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 4 garlic cloves, minced, 1/2 cup dry white wine or broth, and more.

Yes, Classic Shrimp Scampi falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Classic Shrimp Scampi

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