Shrimp Scampi is one of the easiest most elegant dishes that you can prepare.
If you have ten minutes and love shrimp like I do this wonderful burst of flavor is perfect for you! Be careful not to overcook your shrimp. Those little guys cook up real fast!
Spend a little extra and get the large count wild caught shrimp. The wild caught taste better than the farm raised shrimp and I think they are a little better for you. Who knows what they are feeding those farm raised shrimp?
Shrimp Scampi
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Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp shelled and de-veined
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 large cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (I use Sauvignon Blanc)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 cup fresh minced parsley
- 1–2 pinches crushed red pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt & pepper
- Fresh Parmesan cheese
- 8 ounces thin spaghetti or angel hair pasta
Instructions
- Cook pasta to box instructions
- Heat butter and olive oil in large skillet. Add garlic and cook for one minute over medium heat. Add shrimp (in a single layer) and white wine and cook on high for 2-3 minutes; flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Wine should reduce by half.
- Remove from heat and add oregano, minced parsley, crushed red pepper and lemon juice. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve with angel hair pasta and fresh Parmesan.
Is the wine optional Beth
Yes you can. It will still be scrumptious! 🙂
My absolute favorite dinner….so easy to make!
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I love how easy this is to make!
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My husband LOVES shrimp scampi but I’ve never made it at home. Definitely going to give this recipe a try!
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This is the perfect date night recipe! Easy, flavorful and delicious!
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This shrimp was so easy to prepare and tasted amazing! Definitely making it again for dinner!!!
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