Name: Bubba Gump Shrimp Scampi Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice; Chopped parsley, for garnish

Bubba Gump Shrimp Scampi Recipe

Nicolette Thibodeau Modified: November 12, 2023

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How To Make Bubba Gump Shrimp Scampi Recipe

Succulent shrimp in a buttery garlic sauce, inspired by the famous scene in Forrest Gump.

Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 10 minutes

Total: 25 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and olive oil together.
Add garlic, paprika, oregano, and red pepper flakes, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add in the shrimp and cook until pink, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Stir in lemon juice and cook for another minute before removing from heat.
Serve hot with chopped parsley garnish.