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
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Magaji Mijinyawa
[email protected]I've made this shrimp scampi several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Hussain qureshi Hussain
[email protected]This shrimp scampi is the perfect meal for a special occasion.
Musu Jabaty
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of shrimp, but I really enjoyed this recipe.
K King
[email protected]This shrimp scampi is a bit too rich for my taste, but it's still a good recipe.
azalu fantaye
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.
Seidu Zenab
[email protected]This shrimp scampi is the best I've ever had. I will definitely be making it again and again.
Ella Proper
[email protected]I made this shrimp scampi for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it.
Md Shahin Uddin
[email protected]This shrimp scampi is the perfect comfort food. It's rich, creamy, and cheesy. I could eat it every day!
Emma Chery
[email protected]I've never made shrimp scampi before, but this recipe made it easy. It was a hit with my family and friends.
Salman Uddin
[email protected]I'm allergic to shrimp, so I made this recipe with chicken instead. It was still really good!
Tabi Ullah
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The shrimp scampi is absolutely delicious!
Shabir Ahmad
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my shrimp scampi didn't turn out as good as I expected. The sauce was too thin and the shrimp were overcooked.
Berry Figo89
[email protected]This shrimp scampi is a bit too rich for my taste, but it's still a good recipe. I would recommend using less butter and cream next time.
URANBINDER Uranbinder
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of shrimp, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The sauce is so good that it makes the shrimp taste amazing.
Irene Yaga
[email protected]This shrimp scampi is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. It's also a very affordable meal, which is a plus.
Habib Islam
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out great. I usually serve it over pasta, but it's also good with rice or vegetables.
Lisakhanya Mdushu
[email protected]This shrimp scampi is the best I've ever had. The shrimp are cooked to perfection, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Md Shipon
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times, and it always turns out delicious. It's a great weeknight meal because it's quick and easy to make.
No rma
[email protected]This shrimp scampi recipe is a keeper! The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp are cooked perfectly.