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Quick Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi

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A fast and flavorful shrimp scampi recipe ready in 15 minutes, featuring garlic, butter, lemon, and a touch of heat. Perfect for busy weeknights and impressive enough for guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Juice of 1 medium lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: cooked pasta or crusty bread for serving

Instructions

  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with the olive oil, being careful not to brown the butter.
  3. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook without moving for about 1.5 minutes, then flip and cook the other side for another 1.5 minutes until pink and slightly curled.
  5. Pour in the white wine or chicken broth and lemon juice. Scrape up any browned bits from the pan bottom and let the liquid reduce slightly for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons butter until melted and the sauce is silky. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Toss in chopped parsley, stir quickly, and remove from heat. Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before cooking to ensure proper searing. Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubbery texture. Use a combination of butter and olive oil to prevent burning. Deglaze pan with wine or broth for a silky sauce. Let shrimp rest off heat for a minute to meld flavors. For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan butter or coconut oil and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

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