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shrimp in garlicky butter sauce with a splash of white wine and lemon

Shrimp scampi


  • Author: Sachi
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Diabetic

Description

Simple, yet luxurious shrimp in garlicky butter sauce with a splash of white wine and lemon is sure to impress. This quick and easy seafood classic takes only minutes to whip up.


Ingredients

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  • 1 stick of butter
  • 12 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 1 pound large shrimp, shelled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup parsley, chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Sauté garlic until garlic begins to turn golden. Remove garlic with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  3. Add shrimp and  lemon zest. Stir until shrimp turn pink and are no longer transparent. Remove shrimp with a slotted spoon and set aside in a covered bowl to keep warm.
  4. Add wine (or broth) to pan and turn up heat to simmer for 3 minutes or so to let the alcohol evaporate. Season sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Return shrimp and garlic to skillet and toss to warm through.
  6. Remove skillet from heat and stir in parsley and lemon juice. 
  7. Pour over zucchini noodles for a low carb option.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Saute
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: shrimp scampi low-carb keto dinner quick and easy garlic butter white wine lemon