Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Red Lobster-style Shrimp Scampi recipe featuring succulent shrimp cooked in a flavorful garlic, white wine, and lemon butter sauce, perfectly seasoned with Old Bay and garnished with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
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Shrimp
- 1 pound extra large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning, divided
Sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups white wine
- 1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed (1 lemon)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley
- freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Shrimp: Season both sides of the shrimp with kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of Old Bay Seasoning to impart a flavorful base.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the white wine and lemon juice to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to reduce and concentrate flavors.
- Finish the Dish: Stir in the room temperature unsalted butter and the remaining 1 teaspoon of Old Bay Seasoning until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly with the sauce. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
- Make sure the butter is at room temperature to melt smoothly into the sauce.
- The white wine can be substituted with chicken broth if preferred.
- Serve over pasta or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Adjust Old Bay seasoning to taste for more or less spice.
