Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of buttery shrimp scampi, a dish that brings together perfectly cooked shrimp in a rich garlic sauce, brightened with fresh lemon and parsley. This quick and easy recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, making it a versatile favorite. Enjoy it over pasta or with crusty bread to soak up all that delicious sauce!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Add shrimp, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for approximately 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turns pink and opaque.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the shrimp and stir to combine. Let it simmer for an additional minute to meld the flavors.
- Stir in chopped parsley and an additional tablespoon of butter until melted to create a luscious sauce.
- If using pasta, toss it into the skillet with the shrimp for even flavor distribution; alternatively, serve alongside crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 220mg