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Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi

Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi: Quick Gourmet Seafood Delight

This Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi recipe delivers a gourmet dining experience in just 30 minutes, perfect for impressing loved ones.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound uncooked, peeled, and deveined shrimp ensure best texture
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing the shrimp
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter adds richness and creaminess
  • 0.5 cup white cooking wine can substitute with chicken broth
  • 4 cloves minced garlic chop finely
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice for brightness
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or substitute with basil or oregano
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese or swap with nutritional yeast for vegan option
Optional Garnish
  • 0.25 cup chopped parsley for color and freshness
  • to taste red pepper flakes for a kick of heat

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add shrimp and sauté for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove from skillet.
  2. Lower heat to medium and add 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Allow it to melt while scraping up browned bits. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
  3. Pour in ½ cup of white cooking wine and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Simmer and reduce by half for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, mix well. Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat evenly. Sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat, transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese and optionally sprinkle chopped parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be adapted with different pastas or served with bread. Optional ingredients like red pepper flakes can enhance the flavor.

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