Argentine Red Shrimp Scampi
Shrimp from Argentina are sautéed in garlic and butter before being tossed in a sauce made from white wine, lemon juice, and parsley.
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Servings: 8 people
Calories: 285 kcal
Equipment
- Large skillet or saucepan
- Cutting board
- Chef's knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- serving dish
- Garlic press (optional)
- Lemon juicer (optional)
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Argentine Red Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- unsalted butter
- cloves garlic, minced
- white wine
- freshly squeezed lemon juice
- chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooked pasta or crusty bread, for serving
Instructions
- Start by peeling and deveining the Argentine Red Shrimp. Set aside.
- In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the white wine to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
- Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink.
- Add the lemon juice and chopped parsley to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Season the shrimp scampi with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the Argentine Red Shrimp Scampi over a bed of cooked pasta or with a side of crusty bread.
Notes
Tips and Tricks
To save time, you can buy pre-peeled and deveined shrimp. Use fresh garlic and squeeze the lemon juice yourself for the best flavor. Be sure not to overcook the shrimp, or they will become tough and rubbery.Nutrition
Serving: 1person | Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 383mg | Sodium: 621mg | Potassium: 236mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 1g
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