Description
Red lobster shrimp scampi brings succulent garlic-butter prawns to dinner tables with Mediterranean charm. Seafood enthusiasts will savor each tender morsel of perfectly seasoned shellfish nestled alongside buttery linguine.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Liquids and Fats:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
Optional Garnish:
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Cooked linguine or pasta of choice
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet at medium temperature, preparing for a delectable seafood experience.
- Introduce minced garlic and red pepper flakes, allowing them to dance and release their aromatic essence for approximately 60 seconds.
- Gently place shrimp into the skillet, cooking until they transform into a beautiful pink hue, roughly 2-3 minutes per side. Carefully extract the shrimp and reserve them momentarily.
- Splash white wine and fresh lemon juice into the pan, creating a vibrant liquid that will simmer and develop intense flavors for 2-3 minutes.
- Incorporate cold butter, swirling continuously until it melts completely and the sauce reaches a luxurious, slightly thickened consistency.
- Reunite the cooked shrimp with the skillet, tenderly coating each morsel in the rich, glistening sauce.
- Elevate the dish by sprinkling freshly chopped parsley, a pinch of salt, cracked black pepper, and optional Parmesan cheese for additional depth.
- Present the scampi magnificently over al dente pasta or alongside crusty artisan bread, ready to be savored.
Notes
- Swap butter with olive oil or coconut oil for a healthier, dairy-free version that keeps the rich flavor profile intact.
- Reduce cooking time for shrimp to prevent rubbery texture, watching carefully as they turn pink and curl slightly.
- Use gluten-free pasta or zucchini noodles to make the dish low-carb and suitable for different dietary needs.
- Experiment with different white wines like Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc to subtly alter the sauce’s depth and complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 195 mg