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Shrimp Sauce Recipe

Quick 15-Minute Shrimp Scampi Sauce Recipe

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 235
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
  • ⅓ cup dry white wine
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method
 

  1. Pat shrimp dry, season with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and sear 2 minutes per side until pink and just cooked; transfer to a plate.
  2. Lower heat to medium, add butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in garlic and red pepper flakes; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in wine, scraping up browned bits, and simmer 2 minutes until reduced by half. Stir in lemon juice and zest.
  4. Return shrimp to the pan, add parsley, and toss for 1 minute to coat. Serve over pasta or rice immediately.

Notes

If using frozen shrimp, thaw completely and pat very dry before cooking. The sauce can be made ahead without the shrimp; reheat and add freshly seared shrimp just before serving.