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Shrimp Scampi Without Wine

Buttery, garlicky and absolutely delicious- this shrimp scampi without wine is the perfect dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 326kcal
Author: Claudy

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb Shrimps scaled, devained and washed.
  • ¼ cup Butter unsalted
  • ½ cup Broth chicken or beef. low sodium
  • ½ Lemon, freshly squeezed
  • 3 Garlic cloves minced or finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoon Parsley finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Chilli flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
  • Pinch of salt and black pepper for the scampi sauce
  • ¼ cup Olive oil divided

Instructions

  • Pat dry the shrimp with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper, set aside.
    ¼ teaspoon Salt, ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
  • Add 2 tablespoon olive oil to a pan over medium heat and cook the shrimp for 1½ minutes on each side. Remove and set aside.
    1.5 lb Shrimps
  • Add the remaining 2 tablespoon oil and saute the garlic for 2 minutes; be careful so it doesn't burn because it will make the sauce bitter.
    3 Garlic cloves
  • Add the broth, and butter. Stir till the butter melts. Add the shrimp, chili flakes, lemon juice, parsley, a pinch of salt, and black pepper. Stir and simmer for 2 minutes, taste to adjust any seasonings.
    ¼ cup Butter, ½ cup Broth, ½ Lemon, freshly squeezed, 2 tablespoon Parsley, 1 teaspoon Chilli flakes, Pinch of salt and black pepper for the scampi sauce
  • Transfer to a pan, garnish with some fresh parsley, and serve.

Notes

    • The trick to get the perfectly soft and juicy shrimp is to cook them just until they turn pink and then take them off heat, before you add them back in.
    • If you can, use big shrimp for this recipe! Large sized shrimp have that plump, juicy texture that works perfectly when served with pasta.
    • Cook the shrimp in a skillet over medium heat. They should ideally have that nice bit of sear on the outside.
    • You can also add some veggies into the mix to bulk it up. Broccoli florets, asparagus spears, diced zucchini, carrots and bell peppers are all great choices.
    • You can also add a splash of heavy cream to the mix towards the end and give it a quick simmer to make a creamy version of this shrimp scampi.
    • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese can also be a great addition to the dish. Sprinkle it on towards the end, as you take the pan off heat.

Nutrition

Calories: 326kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 274mg | Sodium: 583mg | Potassium: 488mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 380IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 149mg | Iron: 2mg