Shrimp Scampi Recipe

Name: Shrimp Scampi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs large white gulf shrimp, shelled and de-veined; 1 tablespoon kosher salt dissolved in 4 cups cold water; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons butter, separated; 2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic; 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes (optional); 1/4 cup dry white vermouth; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley; 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs large white gulf shrimp, shelled and de-veined
1 tablespoon kosher salt dissolved in 4 cups cold water
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter, separated
2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1/4 cup dry white vermouth
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest

1
Peel, devein and rinse shrimp, transfer to salted water and brine for 20-30 minutes. Remove from brine and spread out on paper towels to dry completely. Sprinkle with pepper to taste. Meanwhile, slowly pre-heat a very large, heavy skillet over medium heat as you prepare your other ingredients and side dishes.
2
Add olive oil and 1 TBS butter and raise heat to high. Place the shrimp in the pan, spacing evenly, and cook on one side without stirring (give the pan one or two quick shakes) for 30-60 seconds. Add the garlic and crushed red pepper (to taste) and cook 30-60 seconds longer. Turn the shrimp over and cook for about 1 minute more - ideally your shrimp should be underdone at this point. Transfer to a bowl.
3
Return the skillet to the heat and pour in the vermouth and lemon juice. Boil the liquid until slightly thickened, about 30 seconds. Stir the zest and parsley into the sauce, remove from heat and stir in shrimp followed by remaining 1 TBS butter. Adjust seasonings as desired, and serve over pasta, rice or orzo.

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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: 1 1/2 lbs large white gulf shrimp, shelled and de-veined, 1 tablespoon kosher salt dissolved in 4 cups cold water, 1/2 teaspoon white pepper, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, 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.

Shrimp Scampi

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