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Shrimp Scampi

20-Minute Shrimp Scampi That Speaks Italian Flavor

A quick and delicious shrimp scampi recipe, perfect for busy weeknights and bursting with Italian flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb Raw Shrimp Large, peeled, and deveined
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 1/4 cup Dry White Wine Can substitute with seafood stock
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 2 tbsp Butter Salted for richness
For Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Salt To taste
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground
For Garnish
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest Freshly zested
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Chopped
  • 2 tbsp Capers Optional

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, seasoning with Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove from skillet.
  2. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil and lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in white wine and lemon juice, scraping the bottom of the skillet.
  3. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until garlic softens and sauce thickens. Reduce heat to low, add butter, and stir until melted. Fold in shrimp and capers if using. Cook on low for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat. Garnish with lemon zest and basil. Serve immediately, adding extra lemon juice if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overcrowding the shrimp and use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Pair with bread or zoodles.

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