Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi, a delightful dish that brings the taste of your favorite seafood restaurant right into your home. This simple yet elegant recipe features tender shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, enhanced by a splash of white wine and zesty lime. Perfect for both casual weeknight dinners and special occasions, you can serve it over pasta or rice, or pair it with crusty bread to soak up the savory sauce. With just a few fresh ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create a memorable dining experience that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1½ cups dry white wine
- Juice of 1 lime
- 6 tablespoons butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add white wine and lime juice; deglaze the pan by scraping flavorful bits. Simmer for 6–8 minutes until reduced by half.
- Stir in Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes; simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low; add butter and stir until melted.
- Return shrimp to the skillet along with parsley and Parmesan cheese. Warm through for 1–2 minutes.
- Serve hot over pasta or rice, or enjoy with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 280mg