Shrimp Scampi

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Shrimp Scampi is an ideal main dish. It looks and tastes so sophisticated, but it is really easy and super fast to make! Perfect for newlyweds or for fuss-free entertaining.

What is Shrimp Scampi?

Scampi is technically a variety of lobster, also known as the Dublin Bay Prawn or Norway Lobster.  Scampi are found in the Mediterranean and northeastern Atlantic oceans ,and is considered to be a delicacy. However, the term shrimp scampi is more commonly used to describe the preparation of any variety of shrimp with garlic butter, dry white wine, parmesan cheese and then served over pasta. These days you can even find dishes with names like "chicken scampi" or "scallop scampi" on restaurant menus.

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I'm always a bit surprised at just how little time it takes to cook shrimp. It really is almost effortless, especially when you have high quality cookware like my Calphalon® Premier™ Space Saving Cookware Set. With a hard anodized aluminum body, you get super quick and even heating, which means your shrimp scampi will turn out perfect every time. And I love that the nonstick cooking surface ensures my shrimp will release easily (no sticking to the pan) and makes clean up a breeze. 

To make a delicious Shrimp Scampi, toast the pine nuts in a dry pan until golden and fragrant.

Easy Shrimp Scampi

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I just know she will be whipping up this delicious and easy shrimp scampi for one of their very first meals as a married couple. 

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More Quick and Easy Recipes

Love this quick and easy recipe for shrimp scampi? Then you'll want to check out my Stuffed Roast Chicken with Chorizo and Cannellini Beans, this recipe for Easy Sage Brown Butter Pasta, and this quick ands easy Indian spiced dinner.

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Shrimp Scampi

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

15 mins

 

This shrimp scampi is made and on the table within 15 minutes. It is so simple yet so delicious!

Servings: 4

Author: Jackie

Ingredients

• 1 pound Fettuccine
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
• 2 tablespoons olive oil plus more for drizzling
• 2 shallots finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
• Salt and pepper to taste
• ⅔ cup dry white wine
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• ¼ cup finely chopped parsley leaves
• ¼ cup pine nuts

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of water and ½ teaspoon salt to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook until al dente, 4-5 minutes.
2. In a large pan set over medium high heat, add the pine nuts and cook until fragrant and golden brown, stirring them constantly to avoid burning, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
3. Return pan to medium high heat and add 2 tablespoons butter and olive oil. Add shallots and garlic and cook until translucent.
4. Add the shrimp and sauté for 1 minute per side. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Pour in the wine and bring to a simmer for 2-3 minutes.
6. Add the remaining butter, lemon juice, parsley; remove from heat.
7. Serve over a plate of pasta and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, chopped parsley, and toasted pine nuts.