Best 6 Giada Shrimp Scampi Recipes

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When it comes to cooking a delicious and impressive meal, Giada De Laurentiis' shrimp scampi recipe is a surefire hit. With its combination of succulent shrimp, flavorful sauce, and aromatic herbs, this classic Italian dish is a delight for seafood lovers everywhere. The secret to Giada's shrimp scampi lies in the careful selection of ingredients and the attention to detail in each step of the cooking process. From choosing the freshest shrimp to creating the perfect balance of flavors in the sauce, this recipe is a testament to Giada's culinary expertise.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

LINGUINE WITH SHRIMP AND LEMON OIL



Linguine with Shrimp and Lemon Oil image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 lemon, zested
1 pound linguine pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 shallots, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
16 ounces frozen shrimp
1/4 cup lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
1 lemon, zested
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 ounces arugula (about 3 packed cups)
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • For the lemon oil:
  • Combine the olive oil and the lemon zest in a small bowl and reserve.
  • For the pasta:
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain pasta, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
  • Meanwhile, in a large, heavy skillet warm the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 5 minutes. Add the cooked linguine, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine. Turn off the heat and add the arugula. Using a mesh sieve, strain the lemon zest out of the reserved lemon olive oil and add the oil to the pasta. The zest can be discarded. Add some of the cooking water to desired consistency. Add the chopped parsley to the pasta and toss to combine. Serve immediately.

SHRIMP FRA DIAVOLO



Shrimp Fra Diavolo image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 33m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound large shrimp, peeled, deveined
1 teaspoon salt, plus additional as needed
1 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons olive oil, plus 1 to 2 tablespoons
1 medium onion, sliced
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup dry white wine
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
3 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
3 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Toss the shrimp in a medium bowl with 1 teaspoon of salt and red pepper flakes. Heat the 3 tablespoons oil in a heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and saute for about a minute, toss, and continue cooking until just cooked through, about 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer the shrimp to a large plate; set aside. Add the onion to the same skillet, adding 1 to 2 teaspoons of olive oil to the pan, if necessary, and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes with their juices, wine, garlic, and oregano. Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, about 10 minutes. Return the shrimp and any accumulated juices to the tomato mixture; toss to coat, and cook for about a minute so the flavors meld together. Stir in the parsley and basil. Season with more salt, to taste, and serve.

LEMONY SHRIMP SCAMPI WITH ORZO AND ARUGULA



Lemony Shrimp Scampi with Orzo and Arugula image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt
1 pound orzo pasta
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Zest of 2 large lemons
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (from 2 large lemons)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large shallot, chopped
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup dry white wine, such as pinot grigio
5 cups (6 ounces) baby arugula

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain and reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water.
  • For the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper until smooth. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the shallots and cook until soft, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the shrimp, salt and pepper. Cook until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the shrimp from the skillet. Increase the heat to high. Add the wine and arugula. Using a wooden spoon, scrape up the brown bits that cling to the bottom of the pan. Cook for 1 minute until most of the liquid has evaporated and the arugula has wilted. Add the cooked pasta, cooked shrimp and vinaigrette to the skillet. Toss until all the ingredients are coated, adding the reserve pasta water, if needed, to loosen the pasta.
  • Transfer to a large bowl and serve.

GINA'S SHRIMP SCAMPI WITH ANGEL HAIR PASTA



Gina's Shrimp Scampi with Angel Hair Pasta image

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound angel hair pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 lemon, juiced, plus 1/2 lemon, zested
1/2 cup dry white wine
5 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup chopped parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Add the pasta to a large pot of boiling salted water, over medium heat, and cook until al dente.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil. Once shimmering and hot, add the shrimp and saute until just cooked through, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove to a plate and reserve. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, then saute for until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the lemon juice and white wine and raise the heat to high. Let the liquid reduce for 2 to 3 minutes. Whisk in the butter, add a ladleful of the pasta cooking water and return the shrimp. Remove from the heat.
  • Drain the pasta in a colander, and add it to the skillet along with the chopped parsley and toss. Add the lemon zest and adjust the seasonings with salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately.

GIADA SHRIMP SCAMPI RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Giada Shrimp Scampi Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by รก-2853

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 garlic clove, peeled and smashed, plus 2 garlic cloves minced
2 (8 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes in their juice
1 (8ounce) bottle clam juice
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 cup water
2 cups plain couscous
2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Chopped parsley leaves, for garnishIn a large pot, heat 1/4 cup olive oil. When almost smoking, add onion, carrot and 1 clove smashed garlic and saute until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the canned tomatoes and their juice, clam juice and white wine. Bring to a boil and simmer on medium heat for 10 minutes, uncovered. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Carefully pour tomato mixture in the bowl of a food processor and puree. Add a couple of tablespoons of water if needed - you want to end up with a broth. Check for seasoning. Return broth to the pot. Add 1 cup of water and 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and add 2 cups couscous. Cover pot and remove from heat. Let rest for 10 minutes, allowing the couscous to absorb all the liquid. Fluff with a fork and season with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, add the remaining 1/4 cup oil and the 2 cloves of minced garlic. Heat the oil, making sure not to burn the garlic. When the oil is hot, add the shrimp and stirring occasionally, cook the shrimp until they start to turn pink, about 5 minutes. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp or they will become tough. Remove from heat and add the lemon juice, red pepper and chopped parsley. Check for seasoning. To serve, mound the couscous in the center of a platter and top with the shrimp

CLASSIC SHRIMP SCAMPI



Classic Shrimp Scampi image

From the NY Times-the photo was amazing and had me hooked. Serve with cooked pasta and crusty fresh bread.

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Lemon

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine or 1/2 cup broth
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste)
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (to taste)
fresh ground black pepper
1 3/4 lbs large shrimp, shelled, can use extra large shrimp too
1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 lemon, juice of, squeeze juice and reserve

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil.
  • Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add wine or broth, salt, red pepper flakes and plenty of black pepper and bring to a simmer.
  • Let wine reduce by half, about 2 minutes.
  • Add shrimp and saute until they just turn pink, 2-4 minutes depending upon their size.
  • Stir in the parsley and lemon juice and serve over pasta or accompanied by a crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.7, Fat 16, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 317.7, Sodium 667.4, Carbohydrate 4.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.5, Protein 40.9

Tips:

  • Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have white wine, you can substitute chicken broth or water.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little extra heat.
  • Serve over pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley or basil for a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Giada's Shrimp Scampi is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, this dish is a keeper. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy seafood dinner, give Giada's Shrimp Scampi a try. You won't be disappointed!

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