Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi Recipe
A quick and flavorful shrimp dish featuring garlic, butter, and lemon, perfect for serving with crusty bread or over pasta.
Ingredients
- 1 pound wild caught large shrimp with shells thawed, peeled, and deveined
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
- 4 cloves garlic pressed or minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/3 cup white wine or chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice or 1/2 lemon
- 1 tablespoon minced parsley
Instructions
- Prep the shrimp: Thaw, peel, and devein the shrimp. Rinse and drain, then transfer to a bowl.
- Marinate the shrimp: Toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil, half the garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and red pepper flakes. Let sit for 20 minutes.
- Cook the shrimp: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and garlic, cooking for 1-1.5 minutes per side until golden. Transfer shrimp to a plate.
- Make the sauce: Melt 3 tablespoons butter in the skillet. Add remaining garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in wine and lemon juice, cooking until sauce thickens (about 5 minutes).
- Finish the dish: Return shrimp to the pan, stir in the last tablespoon of butter and season with salt. Sprinkle with parsley and cook 1 more minute. Serve warm.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread for dipping or over pasta or rice. Do not overcook the shrimp for the best texture.