Buttery Garlic Shrimp Scampi (Printable Version)

Juicy shrimp in a buttery garlic sauce with lemon and white wine. This elegant dish comes together in just 15 minutes.

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 pound large shrimp, shelled and cleaned

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

03 - 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced

04 - ¼ cup unsalted butter

05 - ¼ cup dry white wine

06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

07 - ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

08 - Sea salt and black pepper, to taste

09 - ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

10 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

01 - Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Cook the shrimp until pink, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and set aside.

02 - Melt butter in the same pan. Add garlic and cook until golden, about 1 minute.

03 - Pour in the wine and lemon juice, then add the pepper flakes. Allow the sauce to simmer and thicken for about 3 minutes.

04 - Return the shrimp to the pan and coat them with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

05 - Top with Parmesan and parsley, and serve hot.

01 - Use large shrimp for best results as they stay juicy and don't overcook too quickly. Devein them for optimal texture.

02 - Fresh garlic provides significantly better flavor than pre-minced versions.

03 - Remove shrimp from heat as soon as they turn pink to maintain tenderness.

04 - A dry white wine like pinot grigio or sauvignon blanc works best; chicken broth makes a suitable non-alcoholic alternative.

05 - Adding fresh lemon zest at the end enhances the flavor profile.

06 - For additional heat, increase the quantity of red pepper flakes.

07 - Best served immediately, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to two days.

08 - When reheating, use low heat on stovetop with a splash of chicken broth to maintain sauce consistency.