Description
Succulent Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi dances with buttery garlic notes and delicate seafood elegance. Ocean-fresh shrimp nestled in a zesty white wine sauce promise restaurant-quality dining that brings coastal comfort right to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 lb (454 grams) medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
Liquid and Fat Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (355 ml) dry white wine (e.g., Chardonnay)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) butter, melted
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons garlic, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Warm a spacious pan over moderate heat, drizzling olive oil across the surface to create an even coating.
- Gently introduce the shrimp into the heated pan, allowing them to transform into a delicate pink hue and become translucent, approximately 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the cooked shrimp to a waiting plate.
- Lower the flame and introduce minced garlic, gently releasing its aromatic essence without scorching, stirring continuously for 1-2 minutes.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of white wine, creating a simmering liquid that captures the pan’s flavorful remnants.
- Incorporate melted butter, freshly squeezed lemon juice, Italian seasoning, and a delicate balance of salt and pepper into the simmering wine, whisking to create a harmonious sauce.
- Return the previously cooked shrimp to the pan, gently nestling them into the luxurious sauce and warming them through for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and generously coat the shrimp with the fragrant sauce, ensuring each morsel is thoroughly embraced.
- Shower the dish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of chopped parsley for a vibrant finishing touch.
- Present immediately, serving the shrimp scampi while the sauce remains warm and inviting.
Notes
- Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubbery texture, watching carefully as they turn pink and opaque quickly.
- Select fresh, high-quality shrimp with no fishy smell for the most delicious scampi experience.
- Customize the recipe by using gluten-free white wine and serving over zucchini noodles for a low-carb alternative.
- Create a dairy-free version by substituting butter with olive oil and omitting Parmesan cheese for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 488
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg