Description
This Famous Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi recipe features succulent shrimp cooked in a buttery garlic sauce with white wine, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of red pepper flakes. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s served over linguine pasta and garnished with fresh parsley, making a perfect, flavorful meal that’s both simple and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
- Cooked linguine or pasta, for serving
Instructions
- Melt Butter: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat to create the base for the scampi sauce.
- Sauté Garlic: Add minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté until fragrant but not browned, which usually takes about 1-2 minutes.
- Cook Shrimp: Add the peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink and opaque, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
- Add Liquids: Pour in the white wine and fresh lemon juice into the skillet, mixing well with the shrimp and garlic butter.
- Season Sauce: Stir in red pepper flakes, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Simmer: Allow the mixture to simmer for a few minutes, about 3-5 minutes, so the flavors meld and the sauce slightly reduces.
- Serve: Spoon the shrimp and sauce over cooked linguine or your choice of pasta.
- Garnish: Finish by sprinkling chopped fresh parsley on top for a burst of color and freshness.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use a dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.
- If you prefer less heat, reduce or omit the red pepper flakes.
- This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or crusty garlic bread.
- Ensure shrimp are thawed completely if using frozen for even cooking.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best citrus flavor instead of bottled lemon juice.
