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Classic Shrimp Scampi

Classic Shrimp Scampi

Classic Shrimp Scampi · ready in 22 min · 4 servings · 380 kcal per serving · easy · 9 ingredients

Tender shrimp gently cooked in a buttery white wine garlic sauce, finished with a warm hint of paprika and a savory blanket of Parmesan. This dish is rich, aromatic, and irresistibly spoonable.

Prep
10 min
Cook
12 min
Total
22 min
Serves
4
kcal
380
Difficulty
easy
ItalianAmericanMediterraneanMain dishesQuick (30 min or less)Gluten-freeHigh-protein (25 g+)Low-carb (20 g or less)

A QiMeal recipe · Updated

Ingredients · 4 servings

  • 600 gShrimp, raw
  • 120 gWhite wine
  • 30 gLight olive oil
  • 60 gUnsalted butter
  • 40 gMargarine
  • 18 gGarlic
  • 3 gPaprika
  • 2 gParsley flakes
  • 40 gParmesan cheese

Equipment

stovetop, grater, measuring cup, serving plate, serving spoon, skillet, tongs, wooden spoon

Instructions

  1. Prep and heat

    Gather all ingredients and heat white wine, light olive oil, unsalted butter, margarine, and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat until just starting to simmer. · 5 min

    What to look for: butter melted and mixture lightly bubbling

  2. Season and add shrimp

    Add paprika and parsley flakes to the skillet, stir briefly to combine, then add the raw shrimp in an even layer. · 1 min

    What to look for: spices dispersed in the sauce

  3. Cook shrimp

    Cook the shrimp gently over medium heat, stirring once or twice, until they turn pink and opaque. · 5 min

    When it is done: Shrimp should be fully opaque and firm, reaching a safe internal temperature of about 63°C.

  4. Plate and finish

    Spoon the shrimp and some cooking sauce onto plates and top generously with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. · 2 min

    What to look for: cheese melting slightly on hot shrimp

  5. Serve

    Serve the shrimp scampi immediately while hot and aromatic. · 1 min

    What to look for: cheese melting slightly

Nutrition (per serving)

kcal380
Protein28 g
Carbohydrates4 g
of which sugars1 g
Fat26 g
of which saturated11 g
Fibre1 g
Sodium720 mg

Nutri-ScoreC

Allergens

Contains: crustaceans, milk

Storage and reheating

  • Fridge: up to 2 days
  • Freezer: not recommended

Ingredient substitutions

Shrimp

  • scallops: Sear briefly to avoid overcooking.

White wine

  • chicken broth: Use low sodium for better control.

Light olive oil

  • avocado oil: High smoke point and neutral taste.

Unsalted butter

  • ghee: Adds nutty flavor and higher heat tolerance.

Margarine

  • extra butter: Creates a cleaner flavor profile.

Garlic

  • garlic paste: Reduce quantity due to concentration.

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