Today's recipe is a classic Italian dish, perfect for seafood lovers. Our Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that will impress your family and friends. With a combination of juicy shrimp, aromatic garlic, and flavorful herbs, this dish is sure to be a hit. Let's get started!
Ingredients:
- 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup (1 stick or 113g) unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup (60ml) white wine
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 oz (225g) linguine or spaghetti, cooked according to package instructions
Instructions:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet, and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
- Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the white wine and lemon juice. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is slightly reduced.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet, and toss to coat with the sauce. Cook for another minute or two until heated through.
- Serve the shrimp scampi over a bed of cooked linguine or spaghetti, and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Metric and Imperial sizing:
- 450g large shrimp
- 1 stick or 113g unsalted butter
- 60ml white wine
- 225g linguine or spaghetti
And there you have it, a delicious Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi that's perfect for a cozy dinner at home or for entertaining guests. We hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do! Don't forget to leave a review and let us know how it turned out. Thanks for tuning in to today's Daily Recipes podcast.