Ina Garten Shrimp Scampi: Quick Elegance for Home Cooks

Experience the luxury of Ina Garten's Shrimp Scampi—plump shrimp in a buttery garlic sauce, perfect for elegant dinners or quick weeknight meals.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined Use for best texture and flavor

For the Sauce

4 tablespoons unsalted butter Creates a velvety sauce
4 cloves fresh garlic, minced Essential for flavor
1/2 cup dry white wine Substitute with chicken broth for non-alcoholic option
1 unit fresh lemon, juiced Brightens the dish

For Freshness

1/4 cup fresh parsley or basil, chopped Select based on preference

For Serving

optional unit pasta (linguine or spaghetti) Optional base for the sauce

Equipment

large skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and golden.
Add 1 pound of large shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until fully cooked.
Pour in 1/2 cup of dry white wine and let it simmer for about 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
Remove from heat, squeeze in the juice of one lemon, and stir in 1/4 cup of freshly chopped parsley or basil.
Serve immediately over cooked linguine or spaghetti, drizzled generously with sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh shrimp and control the heat while cooking. Reserve pasta water if serving with pasta for better sauce adherence.

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