Island-Style Garlic Shrimp Scampi
Island-Style Garlic Shrimp Scampi bursts with rich butter and an assertive garlic punch that clings to shell-on shrimp for extra flavor. A light dusting of rice flour, paprika, and cayenne creates a gently crisp coating with a warm, peppery kick. Serve it over steamed rice for a weeknight dinner or a casual weekend feast that feels like a beachside plate lunch.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Island-Style Garlic Shrimp Scampi, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 61 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 55 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 17
- Heart Health
- 68
- Metabolic
- 18
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 47
- Performance
- 35
- General Wellness
- 1
Separate the garlic cloves into a bowl; place another bowl on top. Shake until the peels come off the cloves, about 30 seconds, taking care not to shake too hard. Mince the garlic cloves.
- 2
Melt the butter in a sauté pan over medium heat; add the minced garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes; transfer to a small bowl and set aside.
- 3
Pat the thawed shrimp dry with paper towels; add to a large mixing bowl.
- 4
Combine the rice flour, paprika, salt, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl; sprinkle over the shrimp and toss with a large spoon or spatula until fully coated.
- 5
Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer, working in batches, and cook until browned and just barely cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Add some garlic butter; cook 30 seconds more. Repeat with the remaining shrimp and garlic butter. Serve immediately.
- Calories 295.02 kcal Moderate 15%
- Protein 21.44 g Good Source 43%
- Carbohydrate 10.98 g 4%
- Total Fat 18.07 g High 23%
- Saturated Fat 7.7 g High 39%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 175.34 mg High 58%
- Sodium 460.54 mg High 20%
- Dietary Fiber 1.6 g Low Source 6%
- Total Sugars 0.11 g --
- Added Sugars 0.05 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 129.32 mg Low Source 10%
- Iron 0.66 mg Low Source 4%
- Potassium 273.54 mg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin A 94.09 mcg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin C 4.96 mg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin D 0.11 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Island Style Garlic Shrimp Scampi is made with 8 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cayenne Pepper, Garlic, Large Shrimp, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 295.02 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Island-Style Garlic Shrimp Scampi made of?
- The main ingredients are Cayenne Pepper, Garlic, Large Shrimp, Olive Oil, Paprika. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Island-Style Garlic Shrimp Scampi?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 295.02 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Island-Style Garlic Shrimp Scampi easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Island-Style Garlic Shrimp Scampi healthy?
- Island-Style Garlic Shrimp Scampi has an easyChef Pro health score of 41/100. Per serving, it provides 295.02 calories and 21.44 g of protein, or 43% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 460.54 mg (20% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 7.7 g (39% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Milk and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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