2 tbsp olive oil
4 tbsp butter
4–5 large garlic cloves, minced
1¼ lb large shrimp prawns,
shelled with tails on or off
¼ c dry white wine
½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
2 tbsp lemon juice
¼ c chopped parsley
salt and pepper
ingredients
Shrimp Scampi
Shrimp Scampi
directions
Step 1
Set large pot of salted water on high heat to boil.
Once water is boiling, add noodles and cook until al dente 8-10 minutes. Drain.
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Step 2
Heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet.
When oil shimmers, add garlic and sauté, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Step 3
Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper and sauté, about 1–2 minutes on one side (until just beginning to turn pink), then flip.
Step 4
Pour in wine, add red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer for 1–2 minutes or until wine reduces by about half and the shrimp is cooked through.
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Step 5
Remove from heat and stir in the remaining 2 tbsp butter, lemon juice, and parsley.
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Step 6
Serve over pasta.