Seafood Lovers Rejoice: Restaurant-Quality Shrimp Scampi
Seafood lovers, get ready for a culinary adventure that will transport your taste buds to a five-star restaurant right in the comfort of your own home. Our Restaurant-Quality Shrimp Scampi is a dish to savor, featuring succulent shrimp bathed in a rich garlic and butter sauce, paired with perfectly cooked pasta. This recipe is a seafood lover’s dream come true.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz linguine or spaghetti
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the linguine or spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until they turn pink. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Lower the heat and add the butter and white wine. Stir until the butter is melted and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss them in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat the shrimp through.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Serve the Restaurant-Quality Shrimp Scampi over the cooked linguine or spaghetti.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of this Restaurant-Quality Shrimp Scampi. It’s a seafood delight that’s quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Nutritional Information (per serving): Calories: 420, Fat: 25g, Carbohydrates: 30g, Protein: 18g
Get ready to impress your friends and family with this exquisite shrimp scampi recipe. Whether you’re a seafood aficionado or just looking for an elegant meal idea, this dish delivers on taste and presentation. With its buttery garlic sauce and perfectly cooked shrimp, it’s a restaurant-quality experience you can create in your own kitchen. Serve it up and let the seafood lovers in your life rejoice!