Easy Shrimp Scampi

Ingredients · 4 servings

• 1 ½ lbLarge shrimp
• 1 tspPaprika
• 2 tbspOlive oil
• 4 tbspButter
• 4 cloveGarlic cloves
• ½ cupWhite wine
• 1 tspSalt
• ½ tspBlack pepper
• ¼ cupParsley, fresh
• 1Lemon
• 30 gSeasoned bread crumbs (optional)

Equipment

stovetop, mixing bowl, paper towels, saute pan, tongs, wooden spoon

Instructions

1. 1
   Prep shrimp

   Gather a large saute pan, bowl, and paper towels; pat the large shrimp dry, then toss them in the bowl with paprika and set aside. · 5 min

   What to look for: Shrimp evenly coated and dry

2. 2
   Sauté aromatics

   Heat olive oil and butter in the saute pan over medium-high heat, add minced garlic cloves, and sauté briefly until fragrant. · 2 min

   What to look for: butter melted and garlic fragrant

3. 3
   Sear shrimp

   Add white wine, salt, and black pepper to the pan and let it reduce by half, then add the shrimp in one layer and sear without moving. · 3 min

   When it is done: Shrimp should turn opaque and reach 63°C internal temperature.

4. 4
   Finish and serve

   Toss the shrimp to cook through, sprinkle with fresh parsley and optional seasoned bread crumbs, finish with lemon juice, then plate and serve. · 4 min

   When it is done: Shrimp are done when opaque throughout and firm to the touch.