Shrimp Scampi

• Servings: 2
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins
• Difficulty: easy
• Rating: ★★★★★
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A perfect combination for Surf n Turf.

Ingredients

Marinade

• 2 tablespoon avocado oil
• 2 garlic clove (minced)

Shrimp

• 1 lb shrimp (peeled)
• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil
• 3 tablespoons ghee
• 1 lemon (juiced)
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• ¼ cup chicken broth

Garnish

• 3 tablespoons parsley or cilantro (chopped)

Directions

1. Place shrimp into a bowl. Pour in the marinade and coat fully. Set aside for 25 minutes.
2. Afterwords, heat the avocado oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
3. Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes on each side. Place aside.
4. Keep the oil in the pan and add in the garlic. Cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
5. Add in the chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
6. Cook until the sauce has reduced, about 4 minutes.
7. Add in the ghee, continue cooking until the sauce begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
8. Place the shrimp back in the pan and coat with the sauce.
9. Continue for another 1-2 minutes until shrimp are fully cooked.
10. Once plated add parsley or cilantro on top.
11. Accompanies well with garlic steak.
12. Enjoy!