Classic Shrimp Scampi

[Timmy24]

G'day to all of you! I am thrilled to present to you one of my all-time favorite recipes: traditional shrimp scampi. Picture perfectly cooked shrimp topped with a silky butter sauce infused with garlic and served over a bed of delicate pasta. Not only is this dish delicious, but it's also surprisingly simple to prepare. Let me guide you through the cooking process!

Ingredients:

Yield:4 servings

• 2tablespoons butter
• 2tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 4garlic cloves, minced
• ½cup dry white wine or broth
• ¾teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
• ⅛teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1¾pounds large or extra-large shrimp, shelled
• ⅓cup chopped parsley
• Freshly squeezed juice of half a lemon
• Cooked pasta or crusty bread

Preparation:

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

I hope you enjoyed diving into the delicious world of shrimp scampi with me! Whether you're serving it up for a special occasion or just craving a taste of coastal Italy, this recipe is sure to impress. Now, it's time to gather around the table, savor every bite, and create some unforgettable culinary memories. Buon appetito!

 

[Cora_Bates]

Just made this for dinner tonight, and let me tell you, it was a hit! The garlic-butter sauce is so decadent, and it pairs perfectly with the juicy shrimp. Plus, it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again soon!

 

[Prel]

This shrimp scampi recipe sounds absolutely YUMMY!!! i LOVE SHRiMPS ♥

 

[frustratedcook]

I can't wait to dive in and see what I can create. Even if it's not perfect, I'm sure it'll still be a fun learning experience! Thank you for sharing this!!!

 

[AL_]

Shrimp scampi: the fancy way to say I just made the best shrimp ever!

 

[Idris]

G'day to all of you! I am thrilled to present to you one of my all-time favorite recipes: traditional shrimp scampi. Picture perfectly cooked shrimp topped with a silky butter sauce infused with garlic and served over a bed of delicate pasta. Not only is this dish delicious, but it's also surprisingly simple to prepare. Let me guide you through the cooking process!


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Ingredients:

Yield:4 servings

• 2tablespoons butter
• 2tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 4garlic cloves, minced
• ½cup dry white wine or broth
• ¾teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
• ⅛teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1¾pounds large or extra-large shrimp, shelled
• ⅓cup chopped parsley
• Freshly squeezed juice of half a lemon
• Cooked pasta or crusty bread

Preparation:

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

I hope you enjoyed diving into the delicious world of shrimp scampi with me! Whether you're serving it up for a special occasion or just craving a taste of coastal Italy, this recipe is sure to impress. Now, it's time to gather around the table, savor every bite, and create some unforgettable culinary memories. Buon appetito!

Shrimp Scampi is such a classic! The garlic and lemon combo always makes it so flavorful. I love how quick and easy it is to whip up, too. Definitely adding this to my meal plan for the week!