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Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi copycat recipe in white bowl

Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi Copycat Recipe

This Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi copycat recipe has a rich garlic butter sauce and shrimp, perfect for special occasions and weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 405 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 & 1/2 teaspoon old bay seasoning divided
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio or chicken broth if you want to omit the wine
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional, for a hint of heat
  • juice of one lemon
  • 1/2 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese optional, for garnish
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Instructions
 

  • Season the shrimp lightly with salt and pepper and the 1 teaspoon old bay seasoning. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
    1 lb large shrimp, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 & 1/2 teaspoon old bay seasoning, Salt and black pepper
  • Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 1–2 minutes per side, just until pink and slightly opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
    6 cloves garlic
  • Pour in the white wine and red pepper flakes, if using. Let the sauce simmer for 3-5 minutes, allowing it to reduce by almost half.
    1 cup dry white wine, 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Whisk in the butter and the 1/2 teaspoon of old bay seasoning until it is emulsified into the sauce.
    1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce, cook for another 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the shrimp, sprinkle with parmesan cheese and garnish with parsley before serving.
    juice of one lemon, 1/2 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tbsp fresh parsley

Notes

If using frozen shrimp, thaw completely then pat dry before seasoning it and cooking it. 

Nutrition

Calories: 405kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 16gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 204mgSodium: 654mgPotassium: 211mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1092IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 91mgIron: 1mg
Keyword red lobster shrimp scampi, Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi copycat recipe
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