Scampi Skewers Recipe

Name: Scampi Skewers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup panko breadcrumbs (or dried coarse breadcrumbs from a baguette); 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1 large egg yolk; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 1 ½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 ½ tablespoons dry white wine; 1 tablespoon finely chopped basil leaves; 1 tablespoon finely chopped flat leaf parsley; ¾ teaspoon kosher salt; 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on

Servings: persons

½ cup panko breadcrumbs (or dried coarse breadcrumbs from a baguette)
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 large egg yolk
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 ½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 ½ tablespoons dry white wine
1 tablespoon finely chopped basil leaves
1 tablespoon finely chopped flat leaf parsley
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on

1
Preheat oven to 425F.
2
In a small bowl, combine the panko, butter, egg, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, wine, basil, parsley and salt.
3
Place 2 shrimp on a cutting board, nestled tail to body, forming a yin-yang design, and thread onto a skewer.
4
Repeat with two more pairs of shrimp, 6 shrimp per skewer.
5
Trim the skewers with scissors if necessary and if wooden to fit on the serving plates.
6
Put the shrimp in a baking dish.
7
Cover with the butter mixture, dotting it on top.
8
Bake until the shrimp are pink and just cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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: ½ cup panko breadcrumbs (or dried coarse breadcrumbs from a baguette), 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature, 1 large egg yolk, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Scampi Skewers 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Scampi Skewers

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Variations & substitutions

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