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Flavorful Shrimp Scampi Recipe Easy Homemade Garlic Butter Sauce

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A quick and easy shrimp scampi recipe featuring a rich garlic butter sauce with fresh lemon and parsley, perfect for busy weeknights or dinner parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 medium lemon)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Cooked pasta or crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the shrimp to ensure a good sear and prevent steaming. Set aside.
  2. Finely mince the garlic cloves.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and butter, allowing the butter to melt gently without browning.
  4. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) to the melted butter and oil. Stir constantly for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque, avoiding overcrowding the pan.
  6. Pour in white wine or chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits. Let simmer and reduce slightly for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Stir in fresh lemon juice and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Toss to combine.
  8. Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped parsley over the shrimp.
  9. Serve immediately over cooked pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure proper searing. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Keep heat moderate to avoid burning the butter. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of warm water or broth. Overcooking shrimp makes them rubbery; cook until just pink and curled. White wine adds acidity but can be substituted with chicken broth for alcohol-free version. Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 2 days; reheat gently with splash of water or broth. Avoid freezing shrimp scampi to preserve texture.

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