Description
Indulge in the flavors of the ocean with this irresistible Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi recipe. Perfect for a romantic date night or a cozy family dinner, this dish combines succulent shrimp with a rich garlic butter sauce infused with white wine and zesty lime. The quick preparation time makes it an ideal choice for busy weeknights, while its restaurant-quality taste is sure to impress your guests. Serve it over pasta, rice, or alongside crusty bread for dipping, and enjoy a delightful meal that captures the essence of fine dining right in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1½ cups dry white wine
- Juice of 1 lime
- 6 tablespoons butter
- Fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese for garnish
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook shrimp for about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add white wine and lime juice; scrape up any browned bits from the pan and simmer until reduced by half (6–8 minutes).
- Stir in Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes; simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
- Lower heat and add butter until melted.
- Return shrimp to the skillet along with any juices; add parsley and Parmesan cheese. Warm through (1–2 minutes).
- Serve hot over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg