Quick Lemon Garlic Shrimp Scampi
This quick and easy shrimp scampi recipe features succulent shrimp cooked in a flavorful lemon-garlic butter sauce. It's perfect for a speedy weeknight meal or a special occasion.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Paper Towels
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Large Shrimp peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
- 5 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter
- 0.5 whole Lemon for juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
- Salt To taste
- Freshly Ground Black Pepper To taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the peeled and deveined shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet, then add minced garlic and optional red pepper flakes; sauté for 45 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the pan in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Remove the skillet from heat, squeeze in fresh lemon juice, and toss to coat.
- Stir in fresh chopped parsley, adjust seasoning, and serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure shrimp are thoroughly dry for a better sear. Do not overcook the shrimp, as they can become tough quickly.