Description
Succulent Shrimp Scampi with Rice glides from Mediterranean kitchens straight to your dinner plate, bringing zesty garlic and buttery seafood together. Mediterranean herbs and tender shrimp promise a delightful meal that satisfies your craving for elegant, simple cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1.5 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Cooking Liquid and Seasonings:
- 1/3 cup dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (juice of 1 lemon)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Fats and Garnishes:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces, at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 4 lemon wedges
Base:
- 3 cups cooked rice
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp by marinating them in olive oil and half the garlic, allowing the flavors to infuse while you prep other ingredients.
- Warm a large skillet over medium heat, adding olive oil to create a smooth cooking surface.
- Introduce the remaining garlic to the hot oil, stirring quickly to release its aromatic essence without burning.
- Carefully place shrimp in a single layer across the skillet, ensuring each piece has direct contact with the pan surface. Sprinkle with salt and let them develop a golden sear for approximately one minute.
- Flip the shrimp and cook the opposite side until they turn opaque and slightly curl, indicating perfect doneness. Transfer to a separate plate to rest.
- Deglaze the skillet by pouring white wine and lemon juice, using a wooden spoon to scrape up the flavorful browned bits stuck to the pan bottom.
- Reduce the liquid by simmering, creating a concentrated base for the sauce.
- Incorporate butter gradually, whisking until the sauce becomes silky and emulsified. Season with black pepper and red pepper flakes for depth and heat.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet, gently coating them in the luxurious sauce and warming them through.
- Plate the shrimp over prepared rice, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges for an extra burst of citrus brightness.
Notes
- Control garlic’s intensity by adjusting quantity, ensuring it doesn’t overpower the delicate shrimp flavor.
- Select fresh, high-quality shrimp with a sweet, clean smell for the most delectable results.
- Prevent overcooking by removing shrimp immediately when they turn opaque and slightly curled, maintaining tender texture.
- Swap white wine with chicken broth or seafood stock for alcohol-free version, preserving the sauce’s depth and complexity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg