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Lemon Garlic Shrimp Scampi

May 7, 2019 by Kimberly Killebrew Ā· 55 Comments

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Dinner just doesn’t get any faster, simpler or tastier than this shrimp scampi and your dinner guests will think you’re a gourmet rockstar!

shrimp scampi recipe lemon garlic white wine pasta linguine

Scandalously delicious and deceptively simple.Ā  That’s Shrimp Scampi.

A long-time favorite of my husband’s, when we were dating I whipped this up for him and he said it was better than his favorite restaurant version.Ā  It’s a great dish to make for entertaining; it’s super quick, the flavor is impressive, and your guests will think you’re a total gourmet.

The ingredients are simple and for that reason it’s important to use quality ingredients.Ā  Use good shrimp, good wine (not “cooking wine”), good butter and freshly squeezed lemon juice (avoid the bottled stuff).Ā  And for that sprinkling of Parmesan to go on top, get a small chunk of the really good stuff from the speciality cheese section.Ā  You only need a tiny chunk so it will be inexpensive, but the quality of the freshly grated Parmesan will make a big difference in the outcome of the dish.

What side dish can I serve with shrimp scampi?

The shrimp scampi is the showstopper so avoid competition by keeping the side simple, both in flavor and appearance.Ā  Since it’s primarily a pasta dish you’ll also want to avoid serving another carb.

My choice of sides is a fresh salad of mixed greens.Ā  Light, fresh and crisp, it cuts the richness of the scampi and is the perfect complement.Ā  A salad that consists of some bitter greens like kale, arugula or spinach contrasts especially nicely with the scampi.Ā  Use a light vinaigrette.Ā  With you’re shrimp scampi and linguine served with a fresh green salad, you’re all set to go and dinner prep couldn’t be simpler!

Enjoy this superbly delicious lemon garlic shrimp scampi!

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Lemon Garlic Shrimp Scampi

Kimberly Killebrew
Super quick and impressively flavorful, this shrimp scampi will "wow" your dinner guests!
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4.94 from 15 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Shell and Devein the Shrimp 10 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Pasta, Seafood
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 783 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 16 ounces linguine , cooked al dente in lightly salted water
  • 1 1/2 pounds large 16-20 count shrimp, shelled and deveined (optional: leave the tail on for a fancier look))
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes , add more if you like it hot!
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
  • Freshly ground black pepper and salt to taste
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped parsley
  • Parmesan cheese for sprinkling
  • Extra chopped parsley for garnishing

Instructions
 

  • Heat a medium-sized pan on medium-high heat. Once heated, add the butter and olive oil. Once the butter is melted and is no longer foamy, increase the heat to high and add the shrimp. Cook for one minute then turn shrimp over, add the garlic and red pepper flakes, and cook for another minute. Be careful not to overcook or the shrimp will be tough. Set shrimp aside on a warm plate.
  • Next add the white wine, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Add black pepper and salt to taste. Leave the heat on high and let the wine sauce boil for 2-3 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add the shrimp and parsley and stir to coat with the sauce.
  • Serve immediately over pasta sprinkled with some freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a little extra chopped parsley. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 783kcal | Carbohydrates: 129g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 84mg | Potassium: 469mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 565IU | Vitamin C: 8.4mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 2.8mg
Keyword Shrimp Scampi
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55 Responses

  1. Amy says

    April 13, 2021 at 6:29 am

    I’ve tried this recipe several times and it is easy and so yummy – we never have leftovers! Thank you!

    Reply
    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      April 13, 2021 at 7:10 pm

      I’m so happy to hear that, Amy, thank you!

      Reply
  2. Katy says

    January 19, 2020 at 3:04 pm

    My cousin serves a delicious scampi where she has previously butterflied and fried the shrimp in saltine cracker crumbs…. I have to say, it is out of this world! (She won’t share the recipe :'( ) Can this recipe be adapted to have fried shrimp?

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    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      January 19, 2020 at 10:46 pm

      Hi Katy, I wouldn’t add the fried shrimp to the sauce because they’ll lose their crunch and become soggy. But you could make the sauce without the shrimp, toss it with the pasta and then lay the fried shrimp on top.

      Reply
      • Anonymous says

        January 20, 2020 at 2:26 pm

        Thank you so much! I will try that and get back to you!

        Reply
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