✅Ingredients:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges, for serving
✅Instructions:
- Cook shrimp:
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, but don’t let it brown.
- Add the Shrimp:
- Add the shrimp to the pan, seasoning with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Make the Sauce:
- Pour in the white wine (or chicken broth) and fresh lemon juice.
- Let the mixture simmer for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to come together.
- Add the Finishing Touches:
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the shrimp and stir until the cheese melts into the sauce.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
- Serve:
- Transfer the shrimp scampi to a serving plate.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side, and enjoy!
Notes: - These shrimp scampi pair wonderfully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.