Classic Shrimp Scampi on the Grill

Name: Classic Shrimp Scampi on the Grill
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 4 tbsp butter; 2 tbsp olive oil; 6 cloves garlic, sliced thin; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; 1/2 tsp kosher salt

20 min 4 servings Easy

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The classic garlic butter shrimp scampi cooked in a cast iron skillet on the grill — smoky, garlicky, and drenched in white wine butter sauce.

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Total

20 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Taking shrimp scampi outdoors to the grill adds a smoky dimension that the stovetop version simply cannot match. A cast iron skillet on a hot grill gives you the same searing power with the bonus of wood smoke and open-fire flavor. The classic combination of garlic, butter, white wine, and lemon is unbeatable.

Instructions

Preheat skillet

Place a cast iron skillet on the grill over medium-high heat (400°F). Add olive oil and butter. Let the butter melt and begin to foam.

Cook the garlic

Add sliced garlic and red pepper flakes to the butter. Cook for 30-45 seconds until fragrant but not browned — burnt garlic is bitter.

Sear the shrimp

Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes without moving until the bottoms are pink and seared. Flip each shrimp and cook 1 more minute. Check that the shrimp have reached an internal temperature of 145°F / 63°C by inserting a thermometer into the thickest part of the shrimp. They should be opaque and firm to the touch.

Pro tip: Do not overcrowd the skillet — cook in batches if needed to ensure searing, not steaming.

Deglaze

Pour in white wine and lemon juice. Let it bubble vigorously for 1-2 minutes, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release all the flavorful bits. The sauce will reduce and emulsify with the butter into a silky coating.

Finish

Season with salt. Remove from heat and toss with fresh parsley. Serve immediately over pasta or with crusty bread.

Serving Suggestions

Serve over linguine or with plenty of crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the garlic wine butter sauce.

Nutrition per serving

300

Calories

30g

Protein

18g

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