Shrimp Scampi

A quick and easy seafood dish with a zesty kick.

Preparation time: 10 Minutes

Cooking time: 10 Minutes

Total duration: 20 Minutes

Calories: 225, Fat: 7g, Cholesterol: 285mg, Sodium: 882mg, Potassium: 154mg, Carbohydrates: 3g, Protein: 34g

This Shrimp Scampi recipe is a classic Italian-American dish that's loaded with succulent shrimp, garlic, lemon, and a touch of red pepper for a spicy kick. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Ingredients

Dinner easy quick Seafood Main Course
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short description

Peel and devein shrimp.
Chop garlic and parsley.
Heat oil in a pan.
Add garlic and red pepper flakes.
Add shrimp and cook until pink.
Add wine and lemon juice.
Cook until sauce thickens.
Add parsley and season with salt and pepper.

detailed description

Start by peeling and deveining the shrimp.
Next, finely chop the garlic and fresh parsley.
Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Add the chopped garlic and red pepper flakes to the pan and sauté until fragrant.
Add the shrimp to the pan and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Pour in the white wine and lemon juice, and let the mixture simmer until the sauce thickens.
Finally, stir in the chopped parsley and season the dish with salt and pepper to taste.

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