Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi

[Jane.Smith01]

Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to share one of my absolute favorite recipes with you: Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi. This dish is a real crowd-pleaser, with succulent shrimp cooked in a rich, garlicky butter sauce that's perfect for soaking up with crusty bread. Trust me, once you try this shrimp scampi, you'll be hooked!

INGREDIENTS​

• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 4-5 large garlic cloves, minced (or 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic)
• 1 1/4 pounds (600 grams) large shrimp prawns, shelled with tails on or off
• Salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup dry white wine or broth
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or to taste (optional)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

INSTRUCTIONS​

• Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pan or skillet. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds - 1 minute). Then add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper to taste and sauté for 1-2 minutes on one side (until just beginning to turn pink), then flip.
• Pour in wine (or broth), add red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a simmer for 1-2 minutes or until wine reduces by about half and the shrimp is cooked through (don't over cook your shrimp).
• Stir in the remaining butter, lemon juice and parsley and take off heat immediately.
• Serve over rice, pasta, garlic bread or steamed vegetables (cauliflower, broccoli, zucchini noodles).

 

[KainGo127]

Oh wow, Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi?! That sounds like pure comfort food heaven! I can practically taste the buttery garlic sauce coating those succulent shrimp. Count me in for trying this recipe ASAP!

 

[laplus]

This dish for Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi is really amazing! Flaky shrimp combined with rich garlic butter sauce = deliciousness! Prepare yourself for mouthwatering flavor that will leave you wanting more! 🍽

 

[Kurt]

Wow! I can't wait to indulge in the decadent flavors of Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi for a mouthwatering seafood dish that's both rich and satisfying!

 

[Peachy]

This dish for Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi is really amazing! Flaky shrimp combined with rich garlic butter sauce = deliciousness! Prepare yourself for mouthwatering flavor that will leave you wanting more! 🍽

Hey! I agree, Nothing beats that perfect combo of flaky shrimp and rich garlic butter sauce, right?

 

[Kardel]

Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to share one of my absolute favorite recipes with you: Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi. This dish is a real crowd-pleaser, with succulent shrimp cooked in a rich, garlicky butter sauce that's perfect for soaking up with crusty bread. Trust me, once you try this shrimp scampi, you'll be hooked!

INGREDIENTS​

• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 4-5 large garlic cloves, minced (or 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic)
• 1 1/4 pounds (600 grams) large shrimp prawns, shelled with tails on or off
• Salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup dry white wine or broth
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or to taste (optional)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

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INSTRUCTIONS​

• Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pan or skillet. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds - 1 minute). Then add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper to taste and sauté for 1-2 minutes on one side (until just beginning to turn pink), then flip.
• Pour in wine (or broth), add red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a simmer for 1-2 minutes or until wine reduces by about half and the shrimp is cooked through (don't over cook your shrimp).
• Stir in the remaining butter, lemon juice and parsley and take off heat immediately.
• Serve over rice, pasta, garlic bread or steamed vegetables (cauliflower, broccoli, zucchini noodles).

You've got to try this Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi! It's a quick and easy dish bursting with flavor. Succulent shrimp cooked in a garlic butter sauce, served over pasta or with crusty bread – it's a delightful meal that's sure to impress!