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Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi

Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi Recipe
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Indulge in the rich flavors of our Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi Recipe, a quick and elegant dish perfect for any occasion. This delightful recipe features succulent wild-caught shrimp sautéed in a luscious garlic-infused butter sauce, complemented by a splash of white wine and fresh lemon juice. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights, romantic dinners, or impressing guests. Serve it over al dente pasta, fluffy rice, or zucchini noodles, and don’t forget the crusty bread to soak up every last drop of that scrumptious sauce. Elevate your dining experience tonight with this gourmet yet simple dish that promises to tantalize your taste buds.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound wild-caught large shrimp
  • 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/3 cup white wine or chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)
  • Kosher salt
  • Red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Prep the shrimp by thawing if frozen, peeling, and deveining them. Place in a bowl.
  2. Marinate shrimp with 2 tablespoons olive oil, half the minced garlic, kosher salt, and red pepper flakes for 20 minutes.
  3. Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook marinated shrimp until opaque (1 to 1½ minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté remaining garlic until fragrant. Add white wine and lemon juice; simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Return shrimp to skillet, stir in remaining butter, and cook for another minute until heated through. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

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