Famous Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Famous Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi, a dish that perfectly combines tender shrimp with a rich garlic butter sauce. Served over a bed of pasta, this dish bursts with fresh herbs, zesty lemon, and a hint of spice, making it ideal for family dinners or special gatherings. With its easy preparation and irresistible taste, you’ll feel like you’re dining at a seaside restaurant from the comfort of your home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (like Sauvignon Blanc)
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked pasta (e.g., linguine or spaghetti) for serving
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Mince garlic and chop parsley.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter, then add shrimp. Cook until pink and opaque (about 2 minutes per side). Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add white wine and simmer for 3 minutes until reduced by half.
- Return cooked shrimp to the skillet. Stir in lemon juice, chopped parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to coat shrimp in sauce.
- Serve immediately over warm pasta, drizzling extra sauce on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 170mg