Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi Recipe
Recreate the iconic Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi at home with this delicious, restaurant-inspired recipe. Juicy, tender shrimp are cooked to perfection in a savory garlic butter and white wine sauce, finished with a hint of lemon and a sprinkle of Parmesan. Ready in just an hour, this dish is perfect for a special dinner.
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Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound extra large shrimp peeled and deveined
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning divided
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 ½ cups white wine
- 1 lemon juiced
- ½ cup unsalted butter at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley leaves chopped for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Season the shrimp on both sides with Kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of Old Bay Seasoning.
- Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, cooking them for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they are opaque and lightly browned. Remove the shrimp and set them aside on a plate.
- To the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Deglaze the pan by pouring in the white wine and lemon juice, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden or silicone spoon. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and let cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the unsalted butter and the remaining 1 teaspoon of Old Bay Seasoning, allowing the butter to melt completely and blend into the sauce.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet, stirring gently to coat them in the sauce. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and black pepper, if needed.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Notes
Enjoy this dish with crusty bread or over a bed of pasta to soak up the delicious garlic butter sauce.