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Shrimp scampi might look elegant and delicate, but it\u2019s one of the easiest dishes you can make at home. That garlic-lemon-butter-wine sauce is something my whole family adores. On top of rice or pasta, few things can ever be better than this family favorite shrimp scampi recipe<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Best Shrimp Scampi Recipe<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The best shrimp scampi recipe keeps things simple. With just 10 wholesome ingredients, you\u2019ll be able to create this light yet indulgent meal that\u2019s impressive enough for company!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Shrimp Scampi Ingredients
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  • Large shrimp<\/strong> \u2013 buy them fresh and shelled for the best taste.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Butter<\/strong> \u2013 adds richness to the shrimp scampi sauce.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Dry white wine<\/strong> \u2013 brings out the flavor of the shrimp.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Garlic<\/strong> \u2013 an absolute must for a flavorful contrast to any garlic shrimp scampi recipe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Lemon juice<\/strong> \u2013 go with fresh to really draw out the taste of the shrimp.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    Easy Shrimp Scampi Recipe<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Believe it or not, homemade shrimp scampi is easy to make. It literally takes 10 minutes from start to finish. This meal works for an elegant meal or for a speedy, nutritious, and delicious meal any night of the week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    How do you Make Shrimp Scampi from Scratch?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    All you do is add olive oil and butter to a skillet. Then you\u2019ll add garlic, cook the shrimp, and add white wine. After that, lemon and other fragrant herbs are added to finish it off. It\u2019s really one of the easiest dishes you can make!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • For any shrimp scampi recipe with wine be sure to use dry white wine rather than anything sweet or it will ruin the flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • It\u2019s best to have your shrimp peeled and deveined first. You can do it yourself which takes longer or you can buy them ready to go.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Don\u2019t overcook the shrimp! Shrimp cook very quickly and overcooked shrimp will have a rubbery texture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      How Cook Shrimp Scampi<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      To cook shrimp scampi, get everything you need together. Heat up your skillet and begin with the olive oil and butter. Then you\u2019ll add the garlic until it\u2019s fragrant. Once the shrimp go in, you must act quickly, adding the white wine and then red pepper flakes. The wine will reduce and you\u2019ll add the last bit of ingredients to finish it off, all in the span of just 10 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      What is scampi sauce made of?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Garlic, lemon, butter, and white wine are the ingredients used to make scampi sauce. Don\u2019t worry if you don\u2019t drink alcohol or are serving children as the alcohol cooks off so there\u2019s no buzz. All that\u2019s left is more depth in flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      How do you make scampi sauce from scratch?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      The key is using both olive oil and butter. You\u2019ll also add minced garlic, white wine, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, and parsley. This will give your shrimp scampi that restaurant-quality taste you\u2019re looking for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      How do you thicken shrimp scampi sauce?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      The sauce in this recipe should thicken up properly on its own. If you\u2019ve tried to double it and it seems to thin, you can make a cornstarch slurry and slowly mix a little in until it gets thicker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Which white wine is best for cooking shrimp scampi?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Pinot Grigio is very dry, making it an outstanding choice for shrimp scampi. If you don\u2019t have any of that, you can use a dry or unoaked Chardonnay to do the work for you. You can also use white cooking wine which tends to be dry by nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      What can I use as a substitute for white wine in shrimp scampi?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Chicken broth or water make for fine substitutes if you don\u2019t have white wine to use for your shrimp scampi. Of those 2, I suggest the chicken broth since it will add more flavor than water alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      What is the difference between shrimp and shrimp scampi?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      In some places, shrimp are called \u201cscampi\u201d just as they are called \u201cprawns.\u201d In the US and Canada too, shrimp scampi is what this recipe is all about, a dish of large shrimp that are cooked in a lemon-wine-garlic-butter sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      What to Serve with Shrimp Scampi (Side Dishes)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      I like to alternate between serving this shrimp scampi recipe with either white rice or linguini. For sides, sauteed garlic spinach works beautifully as does any other seasonal sauteed green veggie. Salad and garlic bread are also a great match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      What goes well with shrimp scampi?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Garlic bread, seasonal sauteed green veggies, pasta, rice, and salad are all ideal companions on your dinner table with shrimp scampi. One of my family favorites is shrimp scampi pasta. Simply serve your scampi on a fresh bed of pasta for a perfect meal!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      How to Store Shrimp Scampi<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Because seafood tends to go more quickly, you should really eat shrimp scampi quickly. Any leftovers can be put in an airtight container in the fridge to be eaten no more than 2 days later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Can You Freeze Shrimp Scampi?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Yes, you can freeze shrimp scampi, but you must keep it from being frozen with pasta or rice. If you just have the shrimp and sauce, you can freeze it in an airtight container for up to 2 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      How to Reheat Frozen Shrimp Scampi<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Simply let the frozen shrimp scampi thaw in your fridge overnight. Then warm it over the stove top until it\u2019s hot and ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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