Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi

Name: Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 6 large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; Salt and pepper to taste; Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish); Cooked pasta of your choice

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20 minTotal time

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300kcal / serving

Ingredients

For 1 serving

servings

6 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Cooked pasta of your choice

Ingredient substitutions

Butter An equal amount of olive oil for a less buttery flavor.
Lemon juice An equal amount of fresh lime juice for a similarly bright finish.
Fresh parsley An equal amount of chopped fresh chives for a mild, fresh garnish.

Nutrition per serving

Estimated values for 1 serving, 300 kcal

Protein19 g

Carbohydrates27 g

Fat12 g

Fiber 1 g · Sugar 2 g · Sodium 520 mg

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Indulge in a savory and buttery shrimp scampi dish with a hint of garlic. Perfect for a quick and delicious meal.

Main Dish

Steps

In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque.
Squeeze lemon juice over the shrimp and season with salt and pepper.
Serve the shrimp scampi over cooked pasta.
Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Tips for Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi

The sauce should look glossy and lightly coat the shrimp and pasta; if it seems dry, a splash of pasta cooking water can help it cling.
Shrimp turn rubbery when overcooked, so watch for them to curl into a loose C shape; a tight curl is a sign they may be overdone.
Have the pasta ready before the shrimp finish cooking, since shrimp are best served promptly and can toughen while waiting.

Drink pairing

A crisp, unoaked Sauvignon Blanc
Its bright citrus character complements the lemon and cuts through the buttery sauce.

0% option: Sparkling water with a squeeze of lemon

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in a covered container and use within 3–4 days. Reheat until steaming hot; shrimp may become firmer after reheating.