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A fancy take on shrimp scampi by Gordon Ramsay. Tender shrimp in a rich white wine sauce, enhanced with garlic, shallots, and zesty lemon.
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Maria from tastyhush
Updated on Sun, 23 Mar 2025 14:00:02 GMT
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Gordon Ramsay's Scampi Shrimp is a fancy yet doable dish that combines juicy shrimp with a butter, white wine and garlic sauce. This Italian-American favorite bursts with flavor, making it great for a cozy dinner or fancy lunch. Pair it with crunchy bread or toss it over pasta, and you'll wow everyone at your table.

Why This Dish Shines

These Scampi Shrimp showcase how basic, fresh ingredients can create a perfect balance between rich and light flavors. The garlic and shallots add wonderful depth, while lemon juice and white wine bring a tangy contrast. With a hint of red pepper for warmth, this dish shows how Gordon Ramsay takes classic food to the next level.

What You'll Need

  • Shrimp: 450g large shrimp, peeled and cleaned.
  • Butter and Olive oil: 45g each, creating a tasty foundation.
  • Shallots and Garlic: 60g shallots and 2 minced garlic cloves.
  • White wine: 120ml good quality for the sauce.
  • Lemon juice: 60ml freshly squeezed.
  • Parsley: 60g fresh, chopped.
  • Red pepper: 1g flakes.
  • Salt and Pepper: To taste.

Step-by-Step Guide

Season your shrimp
Pat the shrimp dry and sprinkle with salt and freshly ground pepper.
Cook your shrimp
Heat 30g butter and 30g olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp about 2 minutes per side until pink. Set aside.
Start the flavors
In the same pan, add remaining butter and oil. Cook shallots and garlic for about 2 minutes.
Make your sauce
Pour in white wine, lemon juice, parsley and pepper flakes. Bring to a boil and cook until reduced by half.
Finish and enjoy
Return shrimp to the pan, coat with sauce. Warm for 2 minutes and serve hot with bread or pasta.

Tips for Best Results

Always go for fresh shrimp, garlic, lemons and parsley for top-notch flavor. Don't overcook your shrimp - take them off heat as soon as they turn pink. Pick a white wine you'd actually drink. Taste the sauce as you cook and tweak the seasoning. Add the shrimp back at the very end so they soak up all the yummy flavors.

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Tasty Pairings

Enjoy these Scampi Shrimp with perfectly cooked pasta, fluffy rice or crusty bread for soaking up the sauce. For a lighter meal, add a crisp green salad or roasted asparagus on the side. A chilled glass of Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio goes wonderfully with this dish.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What kind of white wine works best?
A dry white like Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc is perfect. Since it flavors the sauce, it should be good enough to drink.
→ Can frozen shrimp be used?
Absolutely—just thaw them fully and pat dry before cooking. Fresh shrimp taste best, but frozen ones work too.
→ How do you tell if shrimp are cooked?
Shrimp are done when they turn pink and curl into a C shape. Cooking about 2-3 minutes on each side usually works.
→ What pairs well with this dish?
Fresh pasta or rice soak up the sauce perfectly. Crusty bread also works great for dipping.
→ How to thicken a runny sauce?
Let it simmer longer on low heat to reduce. Avoid adding flour or starch—they'll ruin the silky texture.

Shrimp Scampi Ramsay

Pan-seared shrimp in a lemony white wine sauce, flavored with garlic and shallots, inspired by Chef Gordon Ramsay.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
15 Minutes
Total Time
25 Minutes
By: Maria

Category: Seafood

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Italian

Yield: 4 Servings (4 servings)

Dietary: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free

Ingredients

01 1 pound of jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined.
02 A pinch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
03 3 tablespoons unsalted butter.
04 3 tablespoons olive oil.
05 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped.
06 2 cloves of garlic, minced.
07 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice.
08 1/4 teaspoon of red chili flakes.
09 1/2 cup white wine.
10 1/4 cup chopped shallots.

Instructions

Step 01

Sprinkle the shrimp with some salt and pepper.

Step 02

In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons each of butter and oil. Sear shrimp for about 2 minutes per side till they're pink. Set them aside.

Step 03

Using the same pan, toss in the rest of the butter and oil. Sauté the garlic and shallots for a couple of minutes.

Step 04

Pour in the white wine, lemon juice, parsley, and chili flakes. Stir everything together.

Step 05

Bring it to a gentle boil and cook down for 2-3 minutes until it thickens a bit.

Step 06

Add the shrimp back to the pan, coat with the sauce, and heat for another 2 minutes.

Notes

  1. Gordon Ramsay's signature dish goes great with pasta or crusty bread.
  2. Make sure you don't overcook the shrimp to keep them juicy and tender.

Tools You'll Need

  • Large skillet.
  • Chef's knife.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Shellfish (shrimp).
  • Dairy (butter).

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 285
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 5 g
  • Protein: 24 g