**No-Butter Shrimp Scampi: A Symphony of Seafood Delights**
Embark on a culinary journey with our No-Butter Shrimp Scampi, a tantalizing dish that promises a delectable seafood experience. This recipe collection presents a delightful array of shrimp scampi variations, each bursting with unique flavors and textures. From the classic scampi with a luscious white wine sauce to a zesty lemon-herb version, and even a creamy scampi with a touch of coconut milk, this article caters to every palate. Get ready to savor succulent shrimp cooked to perfection, enveloped in a symphony of aromatic sauces. Let your taste buds dance with joy as you explore the diverse recipes within, each offering a distinct culinary adventure.
THE BEST SHRIMP SCAMPI
A classic menu item from every great Italian-American restaurant, this shrimp scampi hits all the right notes - buttery, lemony, garlicky. We love it for its simplicity and balance of flavor (copious amounts of butter help, too!). But while it looks and tastes fancy, this dish is actually very easy to make. The white wine sauce gets a spicy finish from red pepper flakes, perfect for soaking up with good crusty bread or cooked pasta.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in the skillet. Add half the shrimp and cook until golden pink, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer the shrimp to a bowl. Melt another tablespoon of the butter in the skillet and cook the remaining shrimp.
- Return the skillet to medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of the butter and let it melt. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Stir in the wine and lemon juice. Increase the heat to high and boil the liquid until it thickens slightly, about 1 minute. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and the parsley. Add the shrimp back to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce. Transfer to a serving dish and top with more chopped parsley. Serve with crusty bread or pasta.
CLASSIC SHRIMP SCAMPI
America can't seem to get enough of shrimp scampi: It's one of the 10 most-searched recipes on FoodNetwork.com during the summer (more popular than burgers!) and #shrimpscampi has more than 134,000 posts on Instagram. What's the excitement all about? Do we love shrimp scampi because it's simple but seemingly fancy? Or because it's done in 30 minutes? Or because we just can't resist a buttery wine sauce? All of the above!
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook as the label directs. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain.
- Meanwhile, season the shrimp with salt. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until the garlic is just golden, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add the shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, until pink and just cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp to a plate. Add the wine and lemon juice to the skillet and simmer until slightly reduced, 2 minutes.
- Return the shrimp and any juices from the plate to the skillet along with the linguine, butter and 1/2 cup of the reserved cooking water. Continue to cook, tossing, until the butter is melted and the shrimp is hot, about 2 minutes, adding more of the reserved cooking water as needed. Season with salt; stir in the parsley. Serve with lemon wedges.
NO BUTTER SHRIMP SCAMPI
Make and share this No Butter Shrimp Scampi recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chele B
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil. Saute the shrimp until just pink, about 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook stirring constantly, about 30 seconds. With a slotted spoon transfer the shrimp to a platter and keep them warm.
- In the skillet, combine the broth, wine, lemon juice, 1/4 cup of the parsley, the salt and pepper; and bring it to a boil. Boil uncovered, until the sauce is reduced by half.
- Spoon the sauce over the shrimp. Serve garnished with the lemon wedges and sprinkled with the remaining tablespoon of parsley.
- Makes 4 servings.
- Source: Smokedngrilled.com.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.6, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 178.8, Sodium 962.6, Carbohydrate 6, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1, Protein 20.5
CLASSIC SHRIMP SCAMPI
Scampi are tiny, lobster-like crustaceans with pale pink shells (also called langoustines). Italian cooks in the United States swapped shrimp for scampi, but kept both names. Thus the dish was born, along with inevitable variations. This classic recipe makes a simple garlic, white wine and butter sauce that goes well with a pile of pasta or with a hunk of crusty bread. However you make the dish, once the shrimp are added to the pan, the trick is to cook them just long enough that they turn pink all over, but not until their bodies curl into rounds with the texture of tires.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories weekday, weeknight, main course
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add wine or broth, salt, red pepper flakes and plenty of black pepper and bring to a simmer. Let wine reduce by half, about 2 minutes.
- Add shrimp and sauté until they just turn pink, 2 to 4 minutes depending upon their size. Stir in the parsley and lemon juice and serve over pasta or accompanied by crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 285, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 28 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 1129 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Use fresh shrimp. Fresh shrimp will give your scampi the best flavor. If you're using frozen shrimp, be sure to thaw them completely before cooking.
- Don't overcook the shrimp. Shrimp cooks very quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
- Use a good quality white wine. The wine you use will add flavor to the scampi, so it's important to use a good quality wine. A dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc, is a good choice.
- Don't be afraid to add other ingredients. You can add other ingredients to your scampi, such as vegetables, herbs, or spices. Some popular additions include garlic, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, and chopped parsley.
- Serve scampi immediately. Scampi is best served immediately after it is cooked. This will help to keep the shrimp tender and juicy.
Conclusion:
Shrimp scampi is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great dish to serve at a party or potluck. With its simple ingredients and quick cooking time, scampi is a dish that everyone will enjoy.
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