Shrimp Scampi Recipe
A quick and flavorful dish that combines garlic, lemon, and fresh shrimp, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
- 2 pounds Extra-Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 ½ cup Chicken Broth
- 1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, and cook for one minute until the garlic is fragrant and sizzling.
- Add the shrimp, chicken broth, and kosher salt to the skillet. Cook until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and ground black pepper.
- Transfer the shrimp to a serving platter. Pour the pan juices over the shrimp. Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Choose quality shrimp for the best taste.
- Adjust heat with red pepper flakes as desired.
- Don’t overcook the shrimp to maintain tenderness.
Nutrition
Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 800mgSugar: 1g
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