Classic Shrimp Scampi Dish (Print-Friendly Version)

Flavorful shrimp sautéed with garlic, butter, white wine, and lemon, served over pasta or bread.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Seafood

01 - 450 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Fats and Oils

02 - 45 g unsalted butter

03 - 30 ml extra virgin olive oil

→ Aromatics and Seasonings

04 - 4 cloves garlic, finely minced

05 - 1.25 ml red pepper flakes (optional)

06 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Liquids

07 - 120 ml dry white wine or chicken broth

08 - Juice of 1 lemon (approx. 30 ml)

→ Herbs and Cheese

09 - 15 g fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped

10 - 25 g grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

→ Serving Suggestion

11 - Cooked pasta or crusty bread

# Detailed Directions:

01 - Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

02 - Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, approximately 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and set aside.

03 - Pour white wine or chicken broth into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.

04 - Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley. Return shrimp to the skillet, tossing gently to coat with the sauce.

05 - Serve immediately, garnished with Parmesan cheese if desired, over cooked pasta or alongside crusty bread.

# Helpful Advice:

01 - For enhanced flavor, combining butter and olive oil balances richness and aroma. Adjust red pepper flakes to preferred spice level. Serve promptly to maintain shrimp tenderness.

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