Famous Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi Recipe
Indulge in the savory delight of this Famous Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi recipe that brings the flavors of the sea to your dinner table. Succulent shrimp cooked to perfection in a garlic-infused buttery sauce, finished with a splash of white wine and a hint of lemon. A restaurant-quality dish that you can easily recreate at home!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp:
- 1 pound of uncooked (peeled, and deveined shrimp)
Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 1 ¼ cups of white cooking wine
- 4 teaspoons of minced garlic
- Juice from half a lemon
- 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
Garnish:
- Grated Parmesan cheese (as desired)
Instructions
- Shrimp Preparation: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp until pink, then set aside.
- Sauce Base: Melt butter in the skillet over low heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Deglazing and Reducing: Pour in white wine and lemon juice. Cook until liquid reduces by half.
- Combining Ingredients: Add Italian seasoning and return shrimp to skillet. Toss to coat and sauté briefly.
- Final Presentation: Remove from heat, garnish with Parmesan cheese, and parsley if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider incorporating chopped fresh herbs like parsley or basil.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with a side of pasta or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 245mg
Keywords: Red Lobster, Shrimp Scampi, Seafood Recipe, Garlic Butter Shrimp
