A delicious and easy-to-make shrimp scampi recipe loaded with garlic and butter, perfect for any seafood lover.
Preparation time
10min
Cooking time
10min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 450 grams shrimp
- 120 ml white wine
Directions
Step 1
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 3
Stir in the shrimp, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the shrimp turn pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Step 4
Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Step 5
Pour the white wine and lemon juice into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
Step 6
Let the mixture simmer for about 2 minutes, then stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and red pepper flakes.
Step 7
Return the shrimp to the skillet, tossing to coat them in the sauce.
Step 8
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately.