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Copycat Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi

Copycat Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi
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This Copycat Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi recipe delivers the rich, buttery, and garlicky flavors of the iconic restaurant classic. Featuring plump, tender shrimp cooked in a luscious garlic butter sauce with hints of fresh herbs and lemon, it’s a quick and easy seafood dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Enjoy a flavorful, family-friendly meal that pairs wonderfully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.

Ingredients

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Shrimp

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, freshly minced
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth as substitute)
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sautéing garlic)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Shrimp: Start by peeling and deveining large shrimp if not prepped already. Pat them dry with paper towels, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper to bring out their natural sweetness.
  2. Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add freshly minced garlic. Cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds, taking care not to burn the garlic and turn it bitter.
  3. Make the Sauce: Add the unsalted butter to the pan, allowing it to melt slowly, then pour in dry white wine and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir gently and let the mixture simmer for a few minutes to meld flavors and reduce slightly.
  4. Cook the Shrimp: Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn opaque and curl up nicely. Toss occasionally to coat them evenly in the buttery sauce.
  5. Season and Garnish: Sprinkle red pepper flakes, adjust salt and pepper to taste, then finish off with fresh chopped parsley for a burst of color and herbal brightness.

Notes

  • Choose fresh or properly thawed shrimp to ensure tender and juicy results.
  • Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubbery texture; cook just until opaque.
  • Use real unsalted butter for best flavor and richness.
  • Deglaze the pan with wine or broth to scrape up browned bits and boost sauce depth.
  • Balance lemon juice carefully to avoid making the sauce greasy or overpowering.

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Keywords: shrimp scampi, copycat recipe, Red Lobster, garlic butter shrimp, seafood dinner, quick shrimp recipe, family-friendly seafood

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