Shrimp Scampi Recipe

Appetizers

1. 1

   Prep and preheat

   Position a rack in the oven about 6 inches from the broiler. Preheat the broiler and line a baking sheet with parchment or foil.

2. 2

   Make garlic butter sauce

   In a small saucepan, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant and just lightly golden; do not burn.

3. 3

   Add citrus and aromatics

   Stir in dry white wine (or chicken broth), lemon juice, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Simmer 1-2 minutes to blend flavors.

4. 4

   Season shrimp

   Pat shrimp dry and season with a small pinch of salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Arrange and baste

   Spread shrimp in a single layer on the prepared sheet. Brush with some of the garlic butter sauce and reserve the remaining sauce for finishing.

6. 6

   Broil

   Broil 2-3 minutes, then flip shrimp, brush with the remaining sauce, and broil 1-2 minutes more until pink, opaque, and just cooked through.

7. 7

   Finish and serve

   Remove from oven, toss shrimp with remaining sauce and parsley. Transfer to a warm platter, garnish with lemon wedges and extra parsley, and serve immediately.