Can I make this without wine?

Yes! Use chicken broth or shrimp stock instead—it’s just as tasty.

What kind of shrimp should I use?

Fresh or frozen both work. If frozen, thaw in a bowl of cold salted water for about 15 minutes.

Can I use pre-cooked shrimp?

You can, but add them at the very end just to warm through so they don’t overcook.

What pasta goes best with shrimp scampi?

Linguine, spaghetti, or even thin fettuccine hold the sauce beautifully.

Speedy Shrimp Scampi

Name: Speedy Shrimp Scampi
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 tbsp olive oil; 3 tbsp butter; 3–4 garlic cloves, minced or slivered; ¼–½ tsp red pepper flakes; ½ cup dry white wine (or chicken broth); 1 tbsp lemon juice; 2 tbsp chopped parsley; Salt and black pepper, to taste

Description

When dinner needs to happen *now*, this Speedy Shrimp Scampi is your new best friend—fast, fancy-looking, and downright delicious.

Ingredients

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1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp butter
3–4 garlic cloves, minced or slivered
¼–½ tsp red pepper flakes
½ cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp chopped parsley
Salt and black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
Add shrimp and wine; cook 2 minutes until shrimp turn pink on one side.
Flip shrimp, cook 1–2 minutes more.
Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice, parsley, and black pepper.
Serve hot with pasta, bread, or rice.

Notes

For extra richness, add a pat of butter before serving. If using frozen shrimp, thaw completely before cooking. Add grated Parmesan if you want a touch of creaminess.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 590mg
Fat: 21g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 170mg