Description
This Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi recipe recreates the flavorful and buttery shrimp dish you love from the famous seafood chain. Featuring succulent extra-large shrimp sautéed with garlic, white wine, lemon juice, and Old Bay seasoning, all finished with rich butter, fresh parsley, and Parmesan cheese, this recipe brings restaurant-quality scampi to your home in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 pound extra large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning, divided
Cooking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups white wine
- 1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed (1 lemon)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry and season both sides evenly with kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of Old Bay Seasoning to infuse them with flavor.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and are just cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned. Deglaze the pan by pouring in the white wine and freshly squeezed lemon juice, scraping the bottom to release any browned bits. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes, letting the sauce reduce slightly and intensify in flavor.
- Finish the Dish: Stir in the room temperature unsalted butter and the remaining 1 teaspoon of Old Bay Seasoning, whisking until the butter melts and the sauce becomes smooth and rich. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, tossing gently to coat them fully in the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with chopped flat leaf parsley and a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving immediately.
Notes
- Use extra large shrimp for the best texture and presentation.
- Room temperature butter helps it melt smoothly into the sauce.
- Be careful not to overcook the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
- White wine can be substituted with chicken broth for a non-alcoholic version.
- Serve this scampi over pasta or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
