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Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi

Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi
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This Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi recipe delivers a quick, easy, and restaurant-quality seafood dinner bursting with bright, garlicky, and buttery flavors. Perfect for weeknight meals or impressing guests, it combines fresh shrimp with lemon, garlic, white wine, and butter for a comforting yet vibrant taste, ideal served over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.

Ingredients

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Shrimp and Protein

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed)

Sauce

  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced finely
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup white wine (or chicken broth as substitute)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Serving

  • 8 oz angel hair pasta or linguine

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Peel and devein the shrimp if necessary. Mince the garlic finely, chop the parsley, and zest and juice the lemon. Prepare all ingredients before cooking for a smooth process.
  2. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and toss with a little olive oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  3. Sauté Garlic and Shrimp: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Add the shrimp in a single layer, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook shrimp until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  4. Add Wine and Lemon: Pour in the white wine and lemon juice, simmering for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly and blend flavors. Stir gently to coat the shrimp evenly with the sauce.
  5. Combine and Garnish: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the shrimp and sauce. Toss everything thoroughly so the pasta is evenly coated. Turn off the heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley and lemon zest for a bright finish.

Notes

  • Use fresh or fully thawed shrimp for best texture and flavor.
  • Avoid overcooking shrimp to keep them tender—remove from heat as soon as they turn pink.
  • Melt butter before adding garlic to release maximum flavor.
  • Do not skip lemon zest to add vibrant citrus oils enhancing the sauce.
  • Thin pasta types like angel hair or linguine cling best to the sauce.
  • For a dairy-free version, replace butter with olive oil or dairy-free margarine.
  • To add more heat, increase red pepper flakes or add a dash of cayenne pepper.
  • Substitute pasta with gluten-free noodles or spiralized vegetables for a gluten-free option.
  • To store leftovers, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat gently to avoid rubbery shrimp.
  • Freeze sauce separately for up to 1 month and reheat with freshly cooked shrimp and pasta.

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Keywords: shrimp scampi, Red Lobster style shrimp, quick seafood dinner, garlic butter shrimp, lemon shrimp pasta, easy shrimp recipe, weeknight dinner

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