Zesty Shrimp Scampi. This was absolutely the best shrimp scampi ever! it was simple, yet fantastic! If you follow the recipe its great. I threw some feta cheese on top of the shrimp before broiling it.

The shrimp scampi that even those that aren't shrimp lovers will become one! With a slight bold spicy flavor, it will soon be a family-favorite as it is ours. I usually add butter and garlic salt tossed in the linguini. You can cook Zesty Shrimp Scampi using 4 ingredients and 6 steps. Here is how you cook it.

Ingredients of Zesty Shrimp Scampi

Prepare 2 lbs of shrimp.
Prepare 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
You need 2 tablespoons of seafood rub.
It's 4 tablespoons of butter.

This recipe was obtained from shrimp.com. My son wanted *something different* for new years eve dinner, and I yelled downstairs to him to find something with shrimp, as I had a bunch of shrimp leftover in the freezer from Christmas. The aroma of all that garlic while cooking made our mouths water! Shrimp Scampi can be enjoyed as an appetizer/light meal OR for dinner with your favourite pasta of choice!

Zesty Shrimp Scampi instructions

Clean and remove tails from shrimp. NOTE if shrimp are frozen thaw under cold running water..
Marinate shrimp in olive oil and seafood rub. Pour oil and rub over shrimp and mix well!.
Cover with paper towel and let sit for 15 minutes..
In large skillet melt butter and add shrimp..
Saute over medium heat for 2 minutes per side or until fully pink..
Serve over rice or noodles..

You can also keep it low carb and serve over zucchini noodles or with steamed cauliflower! Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small nonstick skillet, cook garlic in butter and oil until golden. Stir in the lemon juice, Italian seasoning and shrimp; heat through. Add the shrimp, lemon juice, pepper and oregano; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink.