Description
This Famous Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi recipe features perfectly cooked shrimp in a rich garlic, white wine, and butter sauce, accented with lemon juice, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an easy yet elegant dish perfect for seafood lovers, ideal served with crusty bread or over pasta for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Sauce
- 1 tablespoon pure olive oil
- 2 tablespoons garlic, finely chopped
- 1 1/2 cups white wine (Chardonnay recommended)
- 1/2 fresh lemon, juice only
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the shrimp: Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until tender and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Sauté the garlic and reduce the wine: In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant but not browned, about 2-3 minutes. Add white wine and lemon juice, and cook until the wine is reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
- Add seasoning and butter: Add Italian seasoning and stir. Reduce heat to low, then add softened butter, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Combine shrimp and sauce: Return shrimp to the skillet, coat with the sauce, and stir in parsley. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
- Serve: Enjoy the shrimp scampi hot with crusty bread, over pasta, or with your preferred side.
Notes
- Use Chardonnay or a dry white wine for the best flavor.
- Do not overcook the shrimp to ensure they remain tender and juicy.
- You can substitute olive oil with butter for a richer flavor in the initial cooking step.
- For a low-carb option, serve without pasta and with steamed vegetables.
- For best results, use fresh parsley and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
