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Shrimp Scampi

Homemade shrimp scampi in a large metal skillet topped with fresh parsley
  • Serves: 6
  • Prep Time:  5 min
  • Cook Time:  15 min

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons salted butter
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
  • ¾ cup dry white wine or chicken stock
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • freshly cracked pepper to taste
  • 1½ pounds large shrimp, shelled and deveined
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1-2 lemons)

Method

  1. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the butter has melted, add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  2. Pour in the wine and bring to a simmer. Simmer until the wine has reduced by half, about 6 minutes. Stir in the salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Add the shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, they are all opaque and pink, 3 to 4 minutes.

  3. Stir in the parsley and lemon juice before serving.