Shrimp Scampi Recipe
Pan-seared shrimp with garlic, butter, and white wine.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Pasta (Optional)
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta (Optional)
If serving with pasta, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Shrimp
Peel and devein the shrimp if not already done. Pat them dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper.
- 3
Mince the Garlic
Finely mince the garlic cloves and set aside.
- 4
Chop the Parsley
Roughly chop the parsley leaves and set aside for garnish.
Cooking
- 5
Sauté the Garlic
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- 6
Cook the Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- 7
Add White Wine
Pour in the white wine and lemon juice, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze. Let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
- 8
Combine with Pasta (Optional)
If using spaghetti, add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together to coat the pasta in the sauce.
- 9