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Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi

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  • Author: mira
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Description

A classic, buttery garlic shrimp dish with a bright lemon finish. Perfect served over pasta or with crusty bread for an elegant, fast dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not brown.
  4. Increase heat to medium-high and add shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp to a plate.
  5. Pour white wine into the pan and simmer for 2 minutes, scraping the bottom to release browned bits.
  6. Stir in lemon juice and the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter until melted and glossy.
  7. Return shrimp to the pan and toss for 30 seconds to coat in the sauce.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.