Shrimp Scampi (Shrimp with Garlic Butter Sauce)

Serves 4

I suppose everyone has heard of Shrimp Scampi, but you might not know what the title means. As I understand it, scampi is the Italian word for a particular type of lobster. However, shrimp scampi is always made with shrimp or prawns. Perhaps the confusion came from the difference in seafood available to Italians when they migrated to other countries. The title Shrimp Scampi is commonly used in restaurants and cookbooks for an Italian shrimp dish made with a garlic butter sauce. Whatever the meaning or origin of the title, this recipe is a quick, easy and delicious main dish for a busy weeknight, special occasion or entertaining. For something similar, see the Broiled Shrimp with Garlic Butter in the similar and related recipes.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter, preferably unsalted
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1-1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 large garlic cloves, minced
• Juice of one lemon
• 1/4 cup dry white wine or vermouth
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Heat the butter and oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and sauté just until they begin to turn pink, tossing several times. Add the garlic and sauté an additional minute. Add the lemon juice and wine and reduce for about 1 minute. Add the salt, pepper and parsley. Toss well and serve immediately with rice or pasta and crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

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