CLASSIC SHRIMP SCAMPI

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From the NY Times-the photo was amazing and had me hooked. Serve with cooked pasta and crusty fresh bread.

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Lemon

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine or 1/2 cup broth
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste)
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (to taste)
fresh ground black pepper
1 3/4 lbs large shrimp, shelled, can use extra large shrimp too
1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 lemon, juice of, squeeze juice and reserve

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil.
  • Add garlic and saute 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 saute until they just turn pink, 2-4 minutes depending upon their size.
  • Stir in the parsley and lemon juice and serve over pasta or accompanied by a crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.7, Fat 16, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 317.7, Sodium 667.4, Carbohydrate 4.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.5, Protein 40.9

Tumelo Mofokeng
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This shrimp scampi is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and satisfying.


Jesusgutierrez 1234#jesus
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I can have a delicious shrimp scampi dinner on the table in 30 minutes or less.


Youssef Youssef
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This shrimp scampi is delicious! The shrimp is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is creamy and rich.


Mir Saqib Mir Saqib
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The shrimp is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful.


Md Ejhar
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This shrimp scampi is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Tebogo Morolong
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients. I always have them on hand.


Nakawessa Eva
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This shrimp scampi is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Ashleigh Driffill
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I've never made shrimp scampi before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. It turned out great!


Phil Stricklin
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This is the best shrimp scampi recipe I've ever tried. The flavors are amazing and the shrimp is cooked perfectly.


unique noris
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I can have a delicious shrimp scampi dinner on the table in no time.


Chathurani Nimalarathna
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This shrimp scampi is so good! The shrimp is cooked perfectly and the sauce is amazing.


Muhammad Sufyan Channar
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a winner. The shrimp is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is creamy and delicious.


Ama Broni
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This is my go-to recipe for shrimp scampi. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are always delicious.


FOLI EDEM DENNIS
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I love this recipe! The shrimp is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful.


Olive Nachalwe
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This shrimp scampi is a classic for a reason! It's so easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends.